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Work History
Education
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Certification
Languages
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Angela Patricia Holness

Frederick

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1988
1988
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Kare agency
Sayville
08.2025 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
  • Monitored and documented vital signs for patient health assessments.
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare team to ensure patient care continuity.
  • Educated patients on health management and wellness practices as needed.
  • Collaborated with Nursa agency to schedule shifts and manage workload efficiently.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.

Caregiver

Nursa agency
Phoenix
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Administered medications according to care plans and health regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to ensure comfort and emotional support.
  • Documented client progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Provided companionship and engaged clients in meaningful activities and conversations.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for clients at all times.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.

GNA

Kare agency
Germantown
01.2023 - 02.2025
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of client health and services provided.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement care plans for clients.
  • Supported mobility and transportation for clients to appointments and activities.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
  • Monitored client conditions and reported changes to supervisors promptly.
  • Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics when performing patient lifts or transfers.
  • Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding and dressing.
  • Provided vital signs monitoring and reporting.
  • Monitored fluid intake, output levels and reported changes to RNs, MDs.
  • Supported nursing staff members with various tasks as needed.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices while providing care to patients.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care activities.
  • Administered medications according to physician orders.
  • Assisted with patient transfers, ambulation and mobility.
  • Provided post-operative care including wound dressing changes.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.

CNA

Nursa agency
Forest Hills
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
  • Monitored and documented vital signs for patient health assessments.
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare team to ensure patient care continuity.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.

GNA

Nursa agency
Chandler
07.2020 - 08.2023
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of client health and services provided.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement care plans for clients.
  • Administered medications as directed by healthcare professionals.
  • Supported mobility and transportation for clients to appointments and activities.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
  • Monitored client conditions and reported changes to supervisors promptly.
  • Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics when performing patient lifts or transfers.
  • Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding and dressing.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment by following established protocols.
  • Provided vital signs monitoring and reporting.
  • Reported any unusual observations or changes in patient conditions to appropriate medical staff members.
  • Monitored fluid intake, output levels and reported changes to RNs, MDs.
  • Supported nursing staff members with various tasks as needed.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices while providing care to patients.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment plans and goals.
  • Assessed the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients.

Education

Certification Completed - Nursing Assistant

Greenbelt Career Institution Nursing Agency
10.2023 - 09.2025

Bridget Comprehensive High
Portmore Jamaica W.i, Jamaica

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing And Sales

Stony Hill College
Kingston Jamaica , Jamaica

Skills

  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Patient care documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Emotional support provision
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Empathy demonstration
  • Active listening
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Wound care

Certification

CNA,Gna

Languages

English
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CNA

Kare agency
08.2025 - Current

Certification Completed - Nursing Assistant

Greenbelt Career Institution Nursing Agency
10.2023 - 09.2025

CNA

Nursa agency
08.2023 - 12.2023

GNA

Kare agency
01.2023 - 02.2025

Caregiver

Nursa agency
01.2022 - Current

GNA

Nursa agency
07.2020 - 08.2023

Bridget Comprehensive High

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing And Sales

Stony Hill College
Angela Patricia Holness