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State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare
settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time- management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Skills
Companionship and emotional support
Recording vital signs
Patient-focused care
Computer literate
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Documenting behaviors
Observing responses
Supporting personal needs
Feeding assistance expert
Inpatient care
Work History
2019-10 - Current Nursing Assistant
Douglas T Jacobson State Veterans Nursing Home, Port Charlotte, FL Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
North Port, Florida, 34287
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Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery. Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues. Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
2014-10 - 2019-10 Nursing Assistant
Village Place, Port Charlotte, Florida
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Transported patients to treatment units and operating rooms by using wheelchairs, stretchers or moveable beds.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs. Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Employed mobility devices and [Type] equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries. Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery. Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues. Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Education
General Studies
Thomas Jefferson High School - Richmond, VA
Software
Pro Metric
Certifications
BLS - Basic Life Support
NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant