Yonique Dillon
Houston,TX
Summary
Proven Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Houston Methodist, adept in direct patient care and maintaining HIPAA compliance. Skilled in Alzheimer's care and a reliable team player, I've enhanced patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication, contributing to improved health outcomes. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Houston, TX
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and medical procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention, empowering individuals to take charge of their health.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Teacher
Taking Kidz Places 24 Hour Childcare Center
Houston, TX
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Houston Methodist
Houston, TX
06.2021 - 08.2021
- 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 wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- 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.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term 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.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Texas Southern University
Houston, TXHigh School Diploma -
James Madison High School
Houston, TXSkills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Bathing Assistance
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety Precautions
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding Assistance
- Positioning Patients
- End of life care
- Patient Lifting
- Transfer Techniques
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Maintaining privacy
- Colostomy Care
- Trustworthy companion
- Feeding assistance expert
- Patient Management
- CNA Certification
- CPR Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation
09.2023 - Current
Teacher
Taking Kidz Places 24 Hour Childcare Center
07.2023 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Houston Methodist
06.2021 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Texas Southern University
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School