JESSICA DIEDRICK

adx4ge@r.postjobfree.com 920-***-**** Frankfort, KY 40601

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant offering 22 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.

Helpful CNA 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.

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 certified nursing certification.

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.

Skills

Monitoring Fluids

Catheter Change and Preparation

Documentation Procedures Expert

Helping With Medication

Grooming and Bathing Assistance

Collecting Vital Signs

Collecting Specimens

Activities of Daily Living ADL Support

Fluid Measurement

Needs Determination

Output Monitoring and Reporting

Observation Documentation

Feeding Assistance

Bedsore Prevention

Vital Signs Collection

Nutrition and Diet

Caregiver Relations

Assisting With Personal Grooming

Charting Expertise

Reliable Transportation

Valid wisconsin Driver's License

Understands Mobility Assistance Needs

Understands Medical Procedures

Quality Assurance Controls

Mobility Assistance

Linen Replacements

Emotional and Social Support

Performing Patient Intakes

General Housekeeping Ability

Infection Control Procedures

Preparing Meals

Respiratory Equipment Training

Experience

Unity Hospice Green Bay, WI

Certified Nursing Assistant

09/2021 - Current

Provide in home care to patients at end of life and daily tasks.

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

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

Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.

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.

St. Vincent's Hospital Green Bay, WI

Certified Nursing Assistant

11/2015 - 08/2020

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.

Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.

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.

Used mobility devices to transport patients.

Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.

Administered medications to patients and performed follow-ups regarding prescriptions and supplements.

Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.

Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.

Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.

Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.

Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.

Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.

Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.

Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.

Unity Hospice Green Bay, WI

Nursing Assistant

04/2004 - 08/2016

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

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

Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.

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

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

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

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

Maintained sanitary conditions by providing immediate wound care and dressing changes.

Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.

Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.

Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.

Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.

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

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

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.

Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.

Delivered high level of care to every patient.

Comforted patients and provided reassurance and encouragement.

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

Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.

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

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

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