Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Bronson Commons Behavior Hospital
Mattawan , Michigan
01.2022 - 01.2023
Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Marquette County Medical Care Facility
Ispheming, MI
09.2019 - 12.2020
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
Cared for average of 16 patients per 8-12hours in skill/long term facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Sound Hospital
Nome, Alaska
06.2019 - 09.2019
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients’ condition or environment immediately to nurse
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Ponders Medical
Conrad, MT
02.2019 - 05.2019
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady Of The Lake
Gonzales , LA
06.2015 - 10.2018
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes
Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
LIFE SOURCE HOSPICE
Baton Rouge , LA
07.2010 - 05.2015
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nottingham Health And Rehabilitation
Baton Rouge , LA
06.2004 - 07.2010
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
Education
Diploma - Medical Insurance Billing
Med Vance
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2009
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Patterson Healthcare
Patterson, LA
01.1996
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
Franklin Louisana
05.1988
Skills
Charting and clinical documentation
Documenting behaviors
Inpatient care
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Recording vital signs
Direct patient care
Conducting intakes
Mental Health Care
Feeding assistance expert
Grooming and Bathing Assistance
Behavioral Evaluations
Timeline
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Bronson Commons Behavior Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Marquette County Medical Care Facility
09.2019 - 12.2020
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Sound Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2019
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Ponders Medical
02.2019 - 05.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady Of The Lake
06.2015 - 10.2018
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
LIFE SOURCE HOSPICE
07.2010 - 05.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nottingham Health And Rehabilitation
06.2004 - 07.2010
Diploma - Medical Insurance Billing
Med Vance
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Patterson Healthcare
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
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