Danielle M. Bernard
Milton, MA 02186
ad4yno@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
I am an experienced certified nursing assistant with many years of experience, seeking a certified nursing assistant position in a reputed health organization where I can apply my best clinical skills.
Employment History
Patient Care Assistant
April 2017- Present Beth Israel Deaconess Milton, Milton, MA
Under the supervisor of registered nurse in accordance with the hospital policies, procedure protocols and standards of practices. Performs a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients and their families within the scope of his/her role.
Accurately interprets and utilizes medical terminology in accordance with the policy.
Make routine patients rounds to address patient’s needs.
Provides basic skin care including diabetic foot care, application of non-medicated ointments, application of elastic stockings, ace wraps and venodyne, applications of external monitors.
GUI irrigation set up.
Basic ostomy care
Quad coughing
Acts in a manner that supports a positive and collaborative work environment and that is congruent with established standards policies and procedures and regulations.
Patient Care Assistant
June 2015- March 2017 Good Samaritan Hospital, Brockton, MA
Provide nursing and nursing related services to patients.
Provide routine care to patients, report to the nurse the status of patients
Maintained the ward neat and clean, obtained specimen weights and vital signs patients.
Performs basic clinical procedures independently or under supervision of RN.
Supports cultures of safety and carries out safety interventions for all the patients.
Infection control: Adheres to all applicable infection control procedures.
Performs unit to base and activities as assigned.
Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to customer service standards.
Collaborates with the registered nurse on developing a patient care plan
Develops and maintains competencies as delegates by the registered nurse, including sterile dressing changes.
Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based application
Knowledge in medical terminology and interpersonal skills.
Ability to demonstrate positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely manner.
Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge of fundamentals concepts, practices and procedures and use the in a routine situation.
Ability to read and write English, understands and take direction from supervisors, communicate effectively with patients and families and other medical center staffs and responds to basic questions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
May 2005 – September 2015 Sherrill House Inc., Jamaica Plain, MA
Provided nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.
Ensured the safety and well-being of the residents is maintained.
Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, and hygiene in accordance with established care plan.
Given enemas to patient when needed.
Measured and recorded patient's fluid intake and output.
Managed supply inventory and supply requisitions.
Provided patient transportation to doctor appointments.
Education & Certifications
Certified Nursing Assistant Course, Red Cross (1991)
High School Diploma from Boston High School (1990)
General Course works from Quincy College (1992 to 1996)
Medical Billing from Roxbury Community College (2007)
Personal Summary
Excellent clinical, customer service and communication skills.
Ability to quickly learn new concepts and skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards.
Excellent verbal and writing skills.
Proven Record of reliability and responsibility.
Relate well to people from a variety of cultures.
Remain calm and professional throughout critical incidents.
References
References are available upon request