NAKIA BANKS

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Professionally trained Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Assistant and Direct Service Worker with over 16 plus years in experience,ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs.

WORK HISTORY

Patient Care Assistant,Certified Nursing Assistant and Direct Service Worker

Independent Family Solutions - Metairie, Louisiana 01/2016 - Current

Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.

Documented patient information obtained from interviews.

Completed clinical rotations in Geriatrics.

Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.

Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's

disease.

Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.

Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.

Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.

Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and floor assignments.

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.

Provided patient education.

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.

Followed infection control procedures.

Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and

follow-up care.

Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.

Assisted patients with daily functions.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels.

Delivered in-home care to disabled children and adults.

Ensured safety and well-being of patients.

Transported patients to and from different departments.

Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.

Completed all daily living tasks to enhance the quality of life of elderly patients.

Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities.

Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.

Patient Care Assistant,Certified Nursing Assistant and Direct Service Worker

Rejuvenating Concepts - New Orleans, Louisiana 07/2011 - Current

Documented patient information obtained from interviews.

Completed clinical rotations in Geriatrics.

Improved ED administration by compiling and analyzing data and identifying areas of improvement.

Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.

Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's

disease.

Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.

Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.

Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.

Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.

Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and floor assignments.

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.

Provided patient education.

Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, and intracranial hematomas.

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.

Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.

Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and

follow-up care.

Followed infection control procedures.

Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.

Assisted patients with daily functions.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels.

Delivered in-home care to disabled children and adults.

Ensured safety and well-being of patients.

Transported patients to and from different departments.

Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.

Completed all daily living tasks to enhance the quality of life of elderly patients.

Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients.

Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities.

Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.

Patient Care Assistant,Certified Nursing Assistant and Direct Service Worker

Caring Concepts For Life - New Orleans, Louisiana 05/2010 - Current

Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.

Documented patient information obtained from interviews.

Completed clinical rotations in Geriatrics.

Improved ED administration by compiling and analyzing data and identifying areas of improvement.

Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.

Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's

disease.

Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.

Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.

Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.

Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.

Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and floor assignments.

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.

Provided patient education.

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.

Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.

Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.

Managed team of medical support personnel.

Provided patient diagnoses under strict time constraints.

Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and

follow-up care.

Followed infection control procedures.

Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.

Assisted patients with daily functions.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels.

Delivered in-home care to disabled children and adults.

Ensured safety and well-being of patients.

Transported patients to and from different departments.

Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.

Completed all daily living tasks to enhance the quality of life of elderly patients.

Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients.

Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities.

Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.

EDUCATION

Nursing

Delgado Community College - New Orleans, Louisiana Current

Continuing education in Nursing

Emphasis in Nursing

Nursing

Elaine P. Nunez - Chalmette, Louisiana

Emphasis in Tracheostomy,Colostomy, Catheters,Peg Tubes, Medical Surge,Geriatrics,Pediatrics,Wound Care,Hover

Lift.

Recipient of Nursing For Students of Elaine P. Nunez Nursing Students Scholarship

Continuing education in Nursing

I can demonstrate all above skills that are required or listed above as long that they fall within the federal guidelines of my

Title

Coursework in Molecular Genetics, Statistics and Immunology

High School Diploma :

John McDonogh Sr High School - New Orleans, Louisiana 1993

Outstanding Student,Very Athletic,Team Leader and was in various organizations, Co-Captain of the Dance Team,Played

Volley Ball,Randy Track I also was in The Drama Club and Sat on the The Senior Board for the class of 1993 and I'm also

currently active in all of Our School's Alumni Activities.

SKILLS

I am a very fast learner,Team orientated, hard worker. I also demonstrate team leadership skills, I can quickly resolve a problem within due limits that permit me to. I am punctual and straight forward with the task at hand. I am very dependable and reliable. I'm a people person,very dedicated,hard worker and passionate about my job. I can demonstrate knowledgeable skills of every take that is mentioned in this resume some task may or may not be performed due to me not being a Licensed Nurse, yet these are skills I aquire during My Stent in the Nursing Program.

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