Overview
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Yolanda Coates

Charlotte,NC

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Preston House
Charlotte , NC
05.2021 - Current
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Care Partner

Carolinas HealthCare System
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • 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 RN.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in urinalysis.
  • Performed Lab draw and IV removal.
  • Cared for multiple patients in High Risk OB setting

Medical Assistant

Wilmington Health
08.2004 - 11.2014
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
  • Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
  • Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
  • Performed clerical duties, including word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Performed procedures and use equipment delegated by licensed professional, including ABI's and EKG's.
  • Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
  • Member in good standing with Nurse Aide Registry.
  • Traveled to satellite offices with multiple providers to care for patients.
  • Patient teaching and scheduling for upcoming procedures.
  • Trained new hires on Electronic Medical Records software.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.

Nursing Assistant

New Hanover Health Network
09.2008 - 08.2012
  • Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety while maintainga clean, healthy& safe environment.
  • Member in good standing with Nurse Aide Registry.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
  • Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
  • Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
  • Performed procedures and uses equipment as delegated bya licensed professional, including foley catheter removaland EKG's.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
  • Supported diagnostic procedures, assisted with technical nursing treatments and entered information in patient records and charts.
  • Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.
  • Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients' clothing and bedside tables/equipment.

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Preston House
05.2021 - Current

Care Partner

Carolinas HealthCare System
01.2015 - 12.2015

Nursing Assistant

New Hanover Health Network
09.2008 - 08.2012

Medical Assistant

Wilmington Health
08.2004 - 11.2014
Yolanda Coates