Nursing Assistant Health Aide

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BARBARA BRANDS

**********@***.*** 386-***-**** Satsuma, FL 32189

Helpful CNA, Certified Home Health Aide committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress. Certified Nursing Assistant offering 34 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. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care.

Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.

Experienced Healthcare team member proficient in biological specimen collection, mobility assistance and emergency situation management.

Demonstrated strengths in building relationships, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Hardworking and dedicated with CNA, Plebotomy, Home Health certification. Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers. Dedicated CNA and Home Health Aide committed to optimal patient care and assisting medical staff with critical support. Expert in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms and managing dietary needs.

Service-focused professional possessing exceptional organizational abilities. Compassionate CNA and Certified Home Health aide, accustomed to working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care. Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over 34+ years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity. 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.

Caring CNA and Home Health Aide with 34 years of experience. Trained in Nursing assistant and Home Health Aide treatments with proven history of providing best-in-class individualized patient care. Excited to take initiative and employ patience, knowledge and Certified Nursing skills to Home Heath Care agency or facility's Flexible hard worker always ready to learn and contribute to team success. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Medical terminology knowledge

Patient relations

Collecting vital signs

Calm and level-headed under duress

Quick problem solver

Able to lift 50 pounds

General housekeeping ability

Respiratory equipment training

Catheter change and preparation

Monitoring fluids

DBMS

Assisting with personal grooming.

Charting expertise

Quality assurance controls

Understands medical procedures

Valid Florida driver's license

Summary

Skills

Preparing meals

Infection control procedures

Helping with medication

Grooming and bathing assistance

Collecting specimens

Performing patient intakes

Understands mobility assistance needs

EHR Management

Reliable transportation

Database Administration

Changing of colostomy bag.

Senior Nannies East Palatka, FL

Certified Nursing Assistant Home Health

Aide

03/2021 - Current

Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.

Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.

Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.

Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.

Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.

Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.

Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.

Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.

Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care. Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.

Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.

Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling. Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.

Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.

Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.

Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.

Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.

Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.

Coordinated community outreach and local events to educate on chronic illness, at-home care and preventive self-exams.

Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing. Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.

Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands. Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.

Experience

Carried out important daily living tasks for patients by cooking meals, washing laundry and other household chores.

Documented client progress in charts and logbooks. Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.

Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.

Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.

Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.

Maintained patient hygiene by administering bedpans, urinals, baths and shaves.

Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.

Followed care plan and directions to administer medications. Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.

Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction.

Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans. Delivered activities that provided cognitive stimulation and entertainment. Answered questions and assisted with health system coordination, patient rights and privacy of personal information.

Supported effective care for managed home care patients by observing health status and monitoring conditions.

Recorded vitals and communicated with physicians to provide health updates.

Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations. Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.

Delivered individualized care and services management for patients. Met client demands by referring direct care providers. Advocated for establishment of healthier lifestyle practices to achieve optimal wellness.

Contributed to patient's independence by teaching skills needed for daily living.

Supported field staff, patients and families in dealing with clinical issues and concerns.

Aided staff by completing required documentation processes for clinical outcomes.

Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.

Built positive rapport with referral sources to promote business services. Reviewed processes to improve quality, identify pain points and address training issues.

Assisted patients with personal care to alleviate burden on family members.

Monitored employee performance and applied objective feedback to inform evaluations.

Scheduled on-call personnel to ensure adequate staff coverage. Coached patients on rehab, at-home care, adjusting plans and schedules based on patient conditions, needs and overall health. Monitored and managed referral volume according to staff availability. Coordinated activities for geriatric patients in adult daycare environment. Apex Nursing Daytona Beach, FL

Home Health CNA

01/2020 - 02/2021

Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.

Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Provided basic care to over 1 patients per shift, assisting with bathing, changing linens and preparing meals.

Attended to patients in 1-bed unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols. Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.

Collected fecal; and urine samples to complete tests for patient, checking for changes that indicated potentially dangerous conditions. Prepared examination and patient rooms for Dr. procedures, checking supply availability and laying out instruments.

Medical ongoing record keeping, keeping detailed records before, during and after shift change

Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services. Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals. Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.

Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs. Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.

Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.

Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.

Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems. Florda Health Care Daytona Beach, FL

CNA for Patient Observation Unit

01/1988 - 01/2020

Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.

Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.

Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.

Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.

Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.

Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.

Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status. Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.

Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.

Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.

Used mobility devices to transport patients.

Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system. Delivered nursing assistance to residents in 10-bed infirmary care facility. Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations. Doing post ob preps and taking care of patients pre op. Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.

Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures by setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.

Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.

Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions. Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.

Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.

Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.

Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.

Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers. Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.

Delivered high level of care to every patient.

Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.

Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.

Comforted patients and provided each with reassurance and encouragement.

Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions. Performed light cleaning duties by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping and sanitizing surfaces.

Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.

Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.

Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.

Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.

Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by pushing wheelchairs.

Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.

Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes. Provided support with bathing, toileting, grooming, and washing. Assisted patients gently and respectfully with daily living activities and documented care per unit protocols.

Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.

Assisted over 10 residents with daily needs, personal hygiene, dressing and facility transfers.

Protected and promoted patient rights and assisted individuals to achieve maximum independence.

Obtained and documented vital signs, collected lab specimens and drew blood under supervision of RN nurse. I drew blood only a hand full of times but completed the phlebotomy course at Daytona beach community college

Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.

Provided compassionate care and clear communication in dealing with issues of death and dying.

Maintained clean and neat environment in patient care area, checked and restocked supplies and handled linen management and trash removal. Watched over patients to identify potential symptoms of medical conditions.

Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.

Monitored and observed patients' to accurately records changes in condition and reaction to medications and treatment. Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.

Completed daily patient charting on computer.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels to evaluate electrolyte imbalances.

Performed passive range of motion, simple dressing changes, skincare, and glucose testing.

Observed patient conditions compassionately, listened attentively and reported abnormal changes to supervisor verbally and in writing while also following up with patient.

Recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.

Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.

Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.

Collaborated with other disciplines to deliver patient care continuity from admission to discharge in support of medical and nursing care plans for individual patients.

Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.

Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures. Monitored telemetry and vital signs for 10-bed unit to document patients' vitals and heart rhythms.

Facilitated games and other activities to engage long-term patients. Guaranteed accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining 10 patient charts and updating healthcare team on patient status. Cultivated relationships with residents to support happiness and emotional well-being.

Performed inventory by monitoring expiration of medical supplies and medications. I also did the ordering of these supplies. Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.

Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs. I answered the phone for all of Florida Health Care patients and triaged them and got them to an RN or Doctor or told them to call 911.

Supervised 10 patients with diminished capacity to monitor safety hazards. Assisted nurses with insertion of G-tube, J-tube and regular catheter insertion.

Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment.

Assisted 3 nurses with diverse functions, including IV management, catheters and telemetry.

Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.

Provided pre- and post-operative care to 30 patients per week. Private Duty Case Flagler Beach, FL

Home Health Aide Supervisor for Private

Duty Case

01/2016 - 01/2019

Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care. Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.

Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care. Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.

Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.

Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling. Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.

Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.

Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.

Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.

Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.

Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.

Coordinated community outreach and local events to educate on chronic illness, at-home care and preventive self-exams.

Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.

Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.

Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.

Maintained patient hygiene by administering bedpans, urinals, baths and shaves.

Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans. Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.

Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs. Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician. Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading and board games.

Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.

Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.

Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.

Led and motivated 6 employees through supervision, training and coaching on duties and daily operational activities. Resolved conflicts between physicians, nurses and administrative staff to maintain optimal workflows.

Managed operations in accordance with budget requirements. Facilitated peer-to-peer conflict resolution.

Initiated training and education programs for supporting healthcare staff. Implemented new hire training to further develop skills and initiate discussions on task prioritization.

Directed daily operations at facility caring for more than 6 individuals. Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory compliance. Collaborated with Quality Team to develop outcomes statistics. Headed clinical oversight to devise and establish policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with regulatory requirements. Solicited medical history information from patients to provide best and most effective medical advice.

Coordinated delivery of exceptional patient care by evaluating workflows and facilitating positive staff changes.

Supervised administrative staff of 6 cna's, delivering consistent coaching and mentoring to improve job efficiency.

Optimized case and clinical management and recommended plans to improve safety and health programs.

Oversaw clinic financial management, recruitment and human resources. Recruited well-qualified candidates to fill vacancies and offer residents unparalleled care.

Worked closely with store manager to maintain day-to-day operations. Trained and qualified staff per board requirements as well as national, state and local regulations.

Recruited and hired intelligent clinical and administrative staff to bolster skills set of already talented team.

Developed policies to align procedures with nursing home strategic initiatives and complied with statutory, regulatory, state and federal guidelines.

Created and implemented policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.

Controlled inventory and supply purchases while negotiating pricing with vendors to save 100% in supply costs.

Elkhorn High School Elkhorn, NE

High School Diploma

05/1973

Daytona Beach Community College Daytona Beach, FL CNA Course

06/1988

Daytona State College Daytona Beach, FL

Home Health Aide

11/1990

Daytona Beach Community College Daytona Beach, FL Phlebotomy Course

02/1992

Education and Training

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