Nursing Assistant Certified

Taking up challenging career in a professional organization environment where complex tasks are solved, dynamism and ability to work either independently or with competitive team in a high- pressure environment where needed.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 06/2022 to till date

Mansfield Medical Lodge - Mansfield, TX

Provided daily routine nursing care and services that support the care delivered to patients/residents residing in the facility in accordance with the established nursing care policy and procedures and as directed by the supervisor.

Reported to the nursing supervisor any observations and pertinent information related to the care of the patient/resident.

Documented observations related to patient/resident care, per facility standard.

Provided services that support the care delivered to the patient/resident.

Provided input in the formulation and evaluation of standards of care.

Participated in the development of unit objectives.

Conducted self in a professional manner in compliance with unit and facility policies.

Participated in the performance improvement process, and activities.

General Patient/Resident Care

Ensure that patients/residents are approached in a kind, gentle, and friendly manner.

Consistently provided respect for the patient's/resident's dignity and privacy.

Maintained confidentiality of all patient/resident information.

Reported all grievances and complaints made by the patient/resident.

Provided assistance with admissions/transfers/discharges.

Striped room after patient/resident is transferred/discharged.

Moved patients/residents to accommodate unit needs.

Re-stocks patient/resident rooms

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 11/2021 to Till date

Actriv Healthcare - Mansfield, TX

Was part of an integral part of a team that helps patients achieve their greatest potential and work toward productive, independent lives.

Assisted patients in the rehabilitation process through provision of appropriate nursing care as well as carryover of rehabilitation techniques.

Provide necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional

Performed patients’ baths, oral hygiene, nail care, foot care, skincare, dressing, feeding, toileting and elimination, and transferring patient

Measured vital signs accurately

Notified the Supervisory Nurse when a patient complains of pain

Positioned patient in bed with proper body alignment

Assisted patient with ambulation as necessary

Performed all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety

Identified and communicated abnormal findings to the Supervisory Nurse

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 07/2022 to 09/2022

Mansfield Nursing and Rehabilitation - Mansfield, TX

Provided assistance in activities of daily living and completed necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and assisting patients with nutritional intake, as needed

Collected patient data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards of care

Documented objective data and routine aspects of patient care

Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to the licensed nurse

Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided

Performed procedures and use equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 06/2020 to 09/2021

Bayada Healthcare - Warwick, RI

• Supported the resident through meaningful activities that match his or her individual abilities.

• Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs (i.e., church services, parties, visitors, etc.).

• Assisted residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed.

• Assisted and provided residents with ADLs (i.e., brushing teeth/dentures, oral hygiene, special mouth care, etc.) according to the plan of care.

• Assisted residents with dressing/undressing as necessary.

• Observed and reported any changes in resident’s health status to the Charge Nurse on an ongoing basis.

• Reported to supervisor at the beginning and ending of each shift

• Attended all in-service education programs required of nursing assistants

• Reported to supervisor immediately when observing any unusual or significant change(s) in residents’ physical or behavioral condition.

• Documented all care given and observations made while giving care

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 10/2021 to 04/2022

Privatus Care Solutions - Osterville, MA

• Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.

• Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements.

• Helping with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and hygiene

• Reminding the client to take their medication on time

• Helping with feeding and other everyday tasks

• Tracking client’s condition and reporting changes to supervisor

• Assisting with dementia or Alzheimer’s care

• Reported concerns to supervisory to maintain optimal care for all patients needs.

• Cared for wounds by changing bandages, dressings and binders to promote healing.

• Worked with patients and families to design meal, rehabilitation and other plans for long-term success.

• Helped patients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming.

• Managed household budgets and allocated expenditures for groceries, property and home maintenance, and bill payments.

• Coached patients on at-home care, adjusting plans and schedules based on patient conditions, needs and overall health.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 01/2019 to 03/2020

Mt Saint Rita Health Centre - Cumberland, RI

• Provided nursing assistance to residents in a 120-bed long-term-care facility.

• Assisted residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming.

• Provide high-quality patient care within surgical, acute-care, rehabilitation, home-healthcare and nursing-home settings.

• Preserve patient dignity and minimize discomfort while carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, diapering, emptying drainage bags and bathing.

• Commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration, residents’ relations and consistent delivery of empathetic care

• Ensured the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough residents’ records and updating healthcare team on residents’ status.

• Complied with HIPAA standards in all residents’ documentation and interactions.

• Meal preparation and cooking

• Conversation and companionship

• Light housekeeping

• Transportation to and from doctors’ appointments (or arranging telemedicine appointments)

• Running errands (or arranging grocery delivery)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 05/2020 to 07/2021

MAS Home Care – North Providence, RI

Provided direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.

Provided necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care.

Practiced accepted infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe and comfortable environment.

Promoted positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.

Provided an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy and property.

Contributed to the management and efficient operation of the facility and demonstrated effective time management skills.

Provided skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to facility’s policy.

Promoted the facility’s philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.

Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat.

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

Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan.

Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 11/2017 to 12/2018

Proability Healthcare - Smithfield, RI

• Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.

• Changed bed linens, made bed and laundry soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.

• Led physical therapy activities to help patients regain range of motion, build muscle and heal injuries.

• Assisted patients with closely monitoring conditions and safety.

• Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.

• Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.

• Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.

• Checked mail, shopped for groceries and handled bill payments.

• Organized personal and professional calendars.

• Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations to evaluate and note basic health status.

• Liaised with the registered nurse about care plans, progress and changing health conditions.

• Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.

• Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens to prevent spread of infection.

• Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail, e-mail and faxes.

• Assisted patients with bladder and bowel needs by helping to restroom.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 07/2015 to 11/2017

Resources For Human Development - Pawtucket, RI

• Assisted families in planning for meals and shopping for ingredients to meet nutritional plans.

• Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.

• Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming.

• Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health.

• Provided basic care for elderly patients, including scheduling appointments and managing finances.

• Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet patients dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.

• Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.

• Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.

• Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.

• Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements.

• Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 04/2012 to 06/2014

Seven Hills - Woonsocket, RI

• Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.

• Reported concerns to supervisory to maintain optimal care for all patients’ needs.

• Engaged patients in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.

• Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.

• Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.

• Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.

• Assisted residents, aged with daily needs, including personal hygiene, dressing and transferring from chairs to bed.

• Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.

• Coordinated with registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.

• Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote patients happiness and safety.

• Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Lead Staff (05/2010 to 03/2012)

United Cerebral Palsy, PAWTUCKET RI

• Assisted patients with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly home by following safety and infection control procedures; educates patients about maintaining homes

• Maintained open communication and cooperative work effort with other staff to assure quality and continuity of support to patients served

• Reported and documented routine and unusual events including completing daily logs, accident reports, outcome data sheets, monthly summary report, cash tracking sheets, etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner

• Assisted patients with fiscal management while safeguarding their funds. This include completing ledgers, reconciling accounts and assisting people with spending choices

• Ensure that people exercise their rights and that rights are not restricted without due process, ensures people are treated with dignity and respect

• Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.

• Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.

• Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.

• Cultivated amiable relationships with over 60 residents, resulting in strong overall patient happiness and emotional well-being.

• Quick leaner and good team player

• Versatile, responsible, dependable, willing to put extra time and effort to make residents and everyone safe.

• Energetic, creative and resourceful using software and hardware.

• Carefulness, Creativity, Discipline

• Optimism, Safe work behaviors, Vigor, Safety Caution

• First Aid

• Home Health Care

• Defensive Driving

• CPR

• AED

• Transportation Provider Compliance (FWA & HIPAA)

• Assisting Passengers with Disabilities & Emergency Situation

• Cultural Competency Training

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