CRYSTAL GAINEY

*** ********* ***** *** *-**, West Columbia, SC 29169 H: 803-***-**** C: 803-***-**** acwuvl@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Efficient, reliable and motivated CNA with 14 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility as well as

hospital setting. I have a strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care.

I demonstrate strong time management skills and I'm interested in a full-time role as a nursing assistant in a

top-notch healthcare facility.

SKILLS

CPR/First Aid certified Quick Problem Solver

Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge Effective communicator

Efficient and reliable team player Long Term Care Knowledge

WORK HISTORY

Certified Nursing Assistant, 04/2015 to 12/2015

Sumter East Health and Rehab

Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.

Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.

Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.

Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.

Certified Nursing Assistant, 04/2011 to 07/2013

Columbia Regional Care Center

Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.

Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.

Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/2009 to 08/2011

McLeod Darlington Skilled Care

Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.

Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.

Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows,

patients' clothing and bedside tables/equipment.

Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/2006 to 05/2008

Life Care Center of Columbia

Transported patients to other areas of the hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys.

Answered patient calls for care and feeding.

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

dystrophy.

Certified Nursing Assistant, 03/2001 to 07/2006

Springdale Health Care

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.

High School Diploma: 1988

Bishopville High -

Certified Nurse’s Aide

BCLS Certification

Medication Technician

EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

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