Home Health Nursing Assistant

LaKetia Cotton

*********.******@*****.*** 309-***-**** 2418 N. Peoria Ave, Peoria, Il

Professional Summary

Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and hospital administrative functions. Strong relationship building skills combined with the ability to evaluate and advocate for patient needs. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care and patient education. Certified Nurses Assistant with advanced knowledge of Alzheimer's and dementia. Certified Nurses Assistant with unique combination of knowledge and skills derived from both schooling and background in healthcare. Seeking a long term position within a progressive medical center. Skills

. CPR/First Aid certified . Recording vital signs

. Charting and clinical documentation . Adaptable

. Feeding assistance expert . Trustworthy companion

. Compassionate caregiver . Measuring bodily fluids Work History

Home Health Aide, 01/2019 to Current

ResCare Home Health – Peoira, IL

· Helped clients with managed home care

· ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.

· Promoted the development of healthy lifestyle to meet health and wellness objectives.

· Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.

· Performed basic household chores, including washing floors, washing dishes, vacuuming, garbage disposal and dusting.

· Assisted clients by performing laundry, meal preparation and other tasks. Home Care Provider, 05/2018 to 12/2018

Helping Hands Nursing Agencey – East Peoria, IL

· Developed rapport with patients to create safe and trusting environment for care.

· Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.

· Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings, including companionship and personal care assistance.

Certified Nursing Assistant, 05/2017 to 06/2018

Heights Healthcare Nursing Home – Peoria, IL

· Performed patient assessments, documented vital signs and reported changes to supervisors.

· Optimized daily workflow to boost patient outcomes and accomplish organizational objectives.

· Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patient clothing and bedside tales or equipment.

· Supported patients' daily living needs, including feeding and bathing. Home Health Aide, 06/2017 to 02/2018

Dors – Peoria, IL

· Promoted the development of healthy lifestyle to meet health and wellness objectives.

· Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.

· Provided transportation, managing and scheduling appointments.

· Assisted clients by performing laundry, meal preparation and other tasks.

· Performed basic household chores, including washing floors, washing dishes, vacuuming, garbage disposal and dusting.

Certified Nursing Assistant, 02/2016 to 12/2017

Kindred Healthcare Inc. – Peoria, IL

· Supported patients' daily living needs, including feeding and bathing.

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

· Observed patient responses and input updates into the computer system.

· Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation. Certified Nursing Assistant, 09/2015 to 03/2017

Lutheran Hillside Village – Peoria, IL

· Turned and positioned patients to maintain comfort and minimize problems.

· Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.

· Followed and promoted protocols and procedures to ensure effectiveness, efficiency and safety.

· Supported patients' daily living needs, including feeding and bathing. Home Caregiver, 08/2013 to 07/2015

Spoon River Home Health – Peoria, IL

· Managed residential property issues and prepared homes prior to client arrival.

· Organized and cared for clients' homes and properties by maintaining and preparing for their arrival and daily living.

· Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed. Walmart – Peoria, IL

Cashier, 07/2013 to 07/2015

· Bagged merchandise in careful and efficient manner to minimize damage.

· Adhered to state and federal laws by checking identification for proof-of-age and refusing alcohol sales to customers under the age of 21.

· Requested forms of identification when needed for specific transactions, checked details and promptly verified purchasing ability.

· Engaged with customers in a sincere and friendly manner. Folded and arranged garments in attractive displays.

Certified Nursing Assistant, 04/2013 to 05/2015

Apostolic Christian Nursing Home – Peoria, IL

· Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patient clothing and bedside tales or equipment.

· Followed and enforced safety protocols to protect patients and workers.

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

· Performed patient assessments, documented vital signs and reported changes to supervisors.

· Supported various patients with mobility and ambulatory care. Home Caregiver, 03/2011 to 03/2013

Andy's Homecare – Peoria, IL

· Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.

· Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands.

· Maintained clean, safe and welld patient environment. Home Health Aid, 04/2008 to 12/2010

Birds In A Hand – Peoria, IL

· Delivered in-home care to disabled children and adults.

· Performed routine housekeeping functions.

· Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities.

· Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Home Health Aid, 02/2008 to 11/2008

Spoon River Home Health – Peoria, IL

· Consistently complied with applicable laws and regulations and ensured facility adhered to Medicare and Medicaid regulations.

· Delivered in-home care to disabled children and adults.

· Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.

· Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment. Prep Cook, 08/2006 to 12/2007

McDonalds - Peoria,IL

· Prepared ingredients for menu items.

· Cooked all menu items according to specified instructions.

· Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies.

· Practiced safe food handling procedures at all times.

· Ensured personnel safety, kitchen sanitation and proper food handling or storage. Education

Diploma: Basic, 2008

Limestone Community High - Bartonville,IL

· Coursework in algebra, English, Computer Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant: Nursing, 2012

Illinois Central College - East Peoria, IL

· Coursework in English 110, BIO and Medical Terminology

· Continuing education in Nursing

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