Dominique Byrams

Certified Nursing Assistant - Brookhaven Memorial Hospital

Shirley, NY 11967

adqwu5@r.postjobfree.com

+1-631-***-****

Certified Nursing Assistant with years of experience in a variety of settings. Such as, but not limited to hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer, Drugs and Alcohol withdrawal. Patient - focused and empathetic caregiver with extensive knowledge of geriatric needs. Desire a position in a clinical setting. I am a skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with good knowledge and understanding of developmental factors specific to adults and geriatric patients. Years of experience working in the health field has well- equipped me to provide emotional support in a comfortable, soothing environment. I am familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Efficient worker who demonstrate strong time management and prioritization skills. In addition, I am a level headed professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations.

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Physical Therapy Aid (Rehab Tech Aid)

St Charles Hospital - Port Jefferson, NY

December 2018 to Present

●Prepare patients for physical therapist treatments, assisting Physical therapists.

●Assisted patients to perform daily living activities, and in the use of assistant and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes and prostheses.

●Performing non-medical tasks such as cleaning treatment rooms, transporting patients within the healthcare facility, setting up the treatment rooms, preparing hot and cold packs.

●Work under the supervision of Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, as well as Speech therapist.

●Assist in Daily gym maintenance tasks.

●Assist patients with functional mobility skills (i.e. skilled transfers, ambulation,ect.) under the supervision of a therapist as measured by direct observation.

●Able to adjust therapeutic assistance and patient contact during transfers and ambulation dependent on patient disability as outlined by licensed therapist.

●Demonstrates understanding of critical care equipment and is able to make appropriate connections/disconnections of equipment.

●Assists with basic exercise routine effectively as instructed by therapist and as demonstrated by observation.

●Always notifies professionals of any perceived change in a patient's condition as measured by observation.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brookhaven Memorial Hospital - Patchogue, NY

October 2013 to 2018

Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns. ● Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressures, heart rates and pulse.

● Responding appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients. ● Obtain information about clients medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies. ● Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.

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● Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchair and automobiles. ● Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

● Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

● Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filling. ● Answer patients' calls in timely manners.

● Provide pre and post operative care.

● Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.

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

Certified Nursing Assistant

ST Catherine Medical Center - Smithtown, NY

July 2013 to October 2013

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

● Assisted nursing with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and Surgical site wounds. ● Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.

● Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's condition or environment. ● Collect patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input and output and other delegated specimens.

● Provide a comforting and soothing environment.

● Supported diagnostic procedures, assisted with technical nursing treatments and entered information in patient records and charts.

● Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psychosocial and spiritual well- being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, prevention of skin breakdown and safety.

Nursing Assistant

BellHaven Skilled Nursing Center

September 1999 to October 2001

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

● Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination of bowls. ● Helped patients move in and out of bed, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles. 3

● Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.

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

● Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.

● Answer call bells in a timely manner.

certified Nursing Assistant

John J Foley Skilled Nursing facility

May 2001 to May 2001

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

● Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.

● Responding appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients. ● Performed procedures and used equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, including foley catheters removal and placing and removing off cardiac monitors. ● Followed safe lifting techniques and individuals patient lifting instructions.

● Assisted in cleansing enemas, catheterization and bladder irrigations.

● Assisted patients with ambulations with and without assisted devices.

Education

Suffolk Community College

2015 to 2017

High School Diploma

Bay Shore High School

1994 to 1998

Skills

• team player (Less than 1 year) • Alzheimer's Care

• Dementia Care

• Caregiving

• Hospice Care

• Vital Signs

• Medical Office Experience

• EMR Systems

• Patient Care

• Nursing

• Medical Records

• Home Care

• Customer support

• Communication skills

• Customer service

• Phone etiquette

• Speak Haitian Creole (10+ years)

Languages

• English - Fluent

Certifications and Licenses

CPR Certification

CNA

CPI Certification

Additional Information

Skills

● Feeding assistance expert

● Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge ● Patient-focused care

● Trustworthy companion

● Companionship and emotional support ● Compassionate caregiver

● Efficient and reliable team player ● Committed team player

● Culinary talent

● Adaptability

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