Whitney Royston
Select Speciality Hospital
JOHNSONCITY,TN
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Adaptable Certified Nursing Assistant about to be a Certified Medical Assistant experienced in providing compassionate care for geriatric, ALS, dementia, and end-of-life patients. Delivered high-quality support in fast-paced healthcare environments through effective communication and interpersonal skills. Focused on patient safety and comfort while ensuring seamless collaboration with nursing staff.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Years 8 Months- Assessed patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and daily hygiene needs.
- Repositioned immobile patients to support comfort and prevent skin breakdown.
- Documented intake, output, and care activities accurately in patient records.
- Very skilled with trachs and ventilators
- Assisted with daily trach care
- Supported mobility transfers using proper lifting and safety techniques.
- Maintained infection control standards while delivering direct patient care.
- Monitored patient condition and escalated concerns to licensed nurses.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Helped with patient care plan meetings.
CNA
1 Year 6 Months- Provided in-home care for a patient with ALS, managing day-to-day support requirements.
- Performed tracheostomy changes and complete tracheostomy care to support airway maintenance.
- Crushed medications and administered through PEG tube to maintain scheduled medication administration.
- Provided twice-daily cough assistance during shift to support respiratory comfort.
- Assisted with ADLs—bathing, dressing, and related personal care—to support day-to-day comfort and hygiene.
- Managed daily lift and transfer operations using specialized Hoyer lift equipment.
- Administered tube feeding to maintain proper patient nutrition and hydration.
- Performed catheter care to maintain hygiene and continuity of care.
- Delivered best-possible care to support patient well-being and comfort.
- Conducted suctioning and mouth swabbing to clear oral secretions and support oral care.
- Managed ventilator care and applied Eme bag multiple times to support patient respiratory needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
5 Years 9 Months- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and well-being.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and well-being.
- Transported patients safely between units, procedures, and therapy appointments.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcer development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Cared for residents in an assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and medical procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Documented patient information and care activities in the electronic health record.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Monitored patient condition and escalated concerns to licensed nurses.
- Maintained infection control standards while delivering direct patient care.
- Answered phone calls and spoke with family members about their loved ones
Education
High School Diploma
Certified Medical Assistant - Nursing
No Degree - Nursing
Skills
Vital signs monitoringgg
Patient care
Vital sign documentation
Electronics charting
Trach care
Wound care
Urinary catheter care
Geriatric care
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Skilled in ALS and Parkinson's
End-of-life care
Inpatient care
Behavior documentation
Patient-focused care
Medical terminology
Able to work in stressful situations
Compassionate
Basic life support
Adaptable
Patient assessments
Fast learner
Fast pace
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Select Speciality Hospital
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
CNA
Private Care
04.2023 - 10.2024Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Nursing Home
01.2019 - 10.2024Read More
U.S. Career Institute
Certified Medical Assistant from Nursing
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David Crockett
High School Diploma
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Northeast State Community College
No Degree from Nursing
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