Patient Care Nursing Assistant
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KIMBERLY DRESSENDORFER
**********@*****.*** 352-***-**** Keystone Heights, FL 32656
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. Certified Nursing Assistant offering [Number] years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs. Vital signs monitoring
Compassionate communication
Complex Problem-Solving
Compassion and Empathy
Patient Care
Basic Life Support
Condition Monitoring
Medical terminology knowledge
Patient Relations
Collecting specimens
Direct Patient Care
HIPAA Compliance
Inpatient Care
Geriatric Care
The villages @gainsville Gainesville, FL
CNA
08/2017 - 06/2024
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas. Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Summary
Skills
Experience
Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times. Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse. Transported residents within the facility as needed. Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse. Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene. Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices. Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents. Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status. Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs. Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns. Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises. Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system. Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals. Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores. Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols. Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis. Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes. Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel. Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
The Windsor of starke Starke, FL
CNA
06/2013 - 07/2017
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas. Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Englewood Health and Rehab
Englewood, FL
CNA
06/2009 - 05/2013
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas. Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff. Rose Manor Bradenton, FL
CNA
09/2001 - 07/2005
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas. Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
The Shores Beach Club Bradenton, FL
CNA
02/1995 - 08/1998
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas. Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Freedom Village at Bradenton Bradenton,
FL
CNA
11/1996 - 06/1998
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas. Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times. Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Riviera palms Rahabilitaion Palmetto, FL
CNA
09/1993 - 03/1994
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas. Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times. Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse. Transported residents within the facility as needed. Meadow brook manor Bradenton, FL
CNA
08/1991 - 12/1993
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas. Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times. Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
Westminster Towers Bradenton, FL
CNA
10/2005 - Aug
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas. Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times. Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Southwest Florida College Port Charlotte, FL
Associate of Science in Nursing Assistance
03/2013
Manatee Technical College Bradenton, FL
Cna
12/1991
Palmetto High School Palmetto, FL
High School Diploma
06/1991
Education and Training
Certifications
Cna certified license #52054
associate of science have diploma
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