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CRYSTAL J. BRITTINGHAM

PROFILE

I am an experienced CNA with a proven track record of 3 years in implementing patient care plans, leading training programs, and collaborating with nursing staff to improve patient outcomes. Through innovative initiatives, I achieved a 25% reduction in patient falls, a 30% decrease in wound infections, and a 20% increase in patient satisfaction scores. I possess skills in documentation, pain management, and patient education, and I am deeply committed to delivering exceptional care while fostering a collaborative work environment.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2022 – Present The Charleston Senior Community Waldorf, MD Certified Nursing Assistant

• Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.

• Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom.

• Monitored patients' status and reported any identified abnormalities or changes to nursing personnel.

• Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.

• Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.

• Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and outtake information.

• Maintained complete confidentiality with patient information to provide professional, secure medical services.

• Assisted patients with mobility by providing physical support and pushing wheelchairs.

• Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.

2021 – 2022 Senior Living, Harmony at Waldorf Waldorf, MD Nursing Assistant

• Assisted nurses by taking patient blood pressure, measuring heartbeat and recording vital signs in physical examinations.

• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.

• Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook

• Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.

• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

• Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.

• Evaluated patience’ progress in treatment, communicating observations to physician on duty to maintain or adjust prescribed care

• Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.

• Collaborated with peers and attended staff meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues EDUCATION

2023 Penn Foster College Scottsdale, AZ

2023 Penn Foster High School Scranton, PA

CERTIFICATION

2023 Renaissance Health Institute – Nursing Assistance Program 2023 American Heart Association – Basic Life Support HOBBIES

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