PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

SKILLS

WORK HISTORY

LESLY MOODY

**** **** ******* ****., *******, IL 60644

Cell: 708-***-**** - acw2g1@r.postjobfree.com

Motivated Certified Nurses Assistant with a highly effective communication style. Efficient worker who demonstrates strong time management and prioritization skills. CPR/First Aid certified

Adaptable

Committed team player

Patient-focused care

Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge

Trustworthy companion

Compassionate caregiver

Companionship and emotional support

Dedicated hospice care provider

01/2013 to Current Certified Nurses Assistant

Norweigan American Hospital – Chicago, IL

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. Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.

Changed sterile dressings.

Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination. Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles. Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing. Transported patients to other areas of the hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys. Assisted in cleansing enemas, catheterization and bladder irrigations. Performed procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, including blood draws, foley catheter removal and EKGs.

Answered patient calls for care and feeding.

Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.

Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.

Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients' clothing and bedside tables/equipment. Companion/Homemaker

Milton Winters – Chicago, IL

Changed sterile dressings.

Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles. Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks. Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments. Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands. Provided a comforting and soothing environment.

Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance and performance improvement activities.

Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications. 07/2011 to 01/2013 Certified Nurses Assistant

EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

Courtyard Health & Rehabilitation Center – Berwyn, IL 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. Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse. Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients. Changed sterile dressings.

Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination. Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles. Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing. Maintained sanitary residents' and program rooms.

Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions. Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking. Answered patient calls for care and feeding.

Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.

Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. 03/2008 to 07/2011 Certified Nurses Assistant

The Methodist Home – Chicago, IL

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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. Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance and performance improvement activities.

Provided a comforting and soothing environment.

Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.

Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds. Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.

Answered patient calls for care and feeding.

Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking. Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions. Maintained sanitary residents' and program rooms.

Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse. 2004 High School Diploma:

John Marshall Metropolitan High School - Chicago, IL Certified Nurses Aide

Heart Saver/AED Certification

First Aid Certification