Patient Care Nursing Assistant

PATRICE

NANCE

Des Moines, IA ***** 515-***-**** *************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record of working in rehabilitation centers as well as providing home care. Adept in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Leverages empathy and compassionate care to enhance patient wellbeing, while expertly monitoring vital signs and reducing fall incidents. Skilled in fostering positive relationships with patients and families, ensuring high-quality care and safety.

SKILLS

Patient Care

HIPAA Compliance

Reliable team player

Direct Patient Care

Collecting & recording vital signs

Medical terminology knowledge

Mobility Assistance

Feeding Assistance

Empathy and Compassionate Care

Bathing Assistance

WORK HISTORY

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

- University Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Des Moines, IA 09/2023 – 12/2023

- Iowa Home Care Des Moines, IA 10/2017 – 08/2022

Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.

Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.

Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

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

Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

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WORK HISTORY CONTINUED

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT CONTINUED

Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients' physical and mental status throughout shifts.

Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

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

OWNER/OPERATOR

- Patrice Nance Day Care 09/2022 – 09/2023

Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent the spreading of germs.

Managed daily routines, including meal preparation and nap times, promoting a structured and consistent schedule for children.

Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.

Provided individualized attention to each child, recognizing their unique needs and adapting care accordingly.

Managed day-to-day business operations.

Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.

EDUCATION

Certificate: Nursing Assistant - Sauk Area Career Center, Robbins

High School Diploma - Dwight D. Eisenhower High School, Blue Island, IL

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