Patient Care Assisted Living
Resume:
CORRENIA M. AUSTIN
HAMPDEN, ME 04444
Email: **************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Self motivated CNA brings 30+ years of experience. Had worked from the ground up in the healthcare field. Provides quality of care to those I serve with dignity and a caring heart. SKILLS
● Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
● Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
● Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
● Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
● Assisted with feeding and monitoring intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
● Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
● Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
● Oversaw and maintained patients’ rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
● Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
● Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease and muscular dystrophy.
● Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
● Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
● Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards.
● Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
● Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
● Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
● Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
● Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
● Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
● Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
● Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
● Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
● Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
● Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
● Transported patients between rooms and apartments or testing locations.
● Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging in process, human development stages and culture.
● Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
● Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
● Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care. WORK HISTORY
MURPHY’S LAKE VIEW MANOR- Lincoln, ME
January 2024- Currently
CNA/Administrator
FAMILY ENTERPRISES- Bangor, ME
July 2022- November 2023
CNA/CRMA/Assistant Administrator
PENOBSCOT NATION- NOLI HOME- Indian Island, ME
June 2021-July 2022
CNA/CRMA
WESTGATE NURSING HOME- Bangor, ME
April 2020- July 2021
CNA
WINTERBERRY HEIGHTS- Bangor, ME
MAY 2019-April 2020
EASTERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER -Bangor, ME
GRANT 6-Respiratory & Oncology
EDUCATION:
NAB-11/2013
CNA-6/1998
CRMA-5/1997
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA- 6/1984
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