Jason Whitmore
Elkton
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant committed to patient comfort and safety. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, infection control, and rehabilitation support, ensuring high standards of care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christiana Care Health System
Elkton
05.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in patient rooms and common areas.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Ensured patient comfort by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control procedures consistently.
Certified Nursing Assistant
LaurelWood Care Center
Elkton
11.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in patient rooms and common areas.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Supported rehabilitation exercises as directed by physical therapists.
- Ensured patient comfort by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control procedures consistently.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southeast Georgia Health System
Brunswick
06.2014 - 11.2017
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in patient rooms and common areas.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Supported rehabilitation exercises as directed by physical therapists.
- Ensured patient comfort by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control procedures consistently.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Cook
LaurelWood Care Center
Elkton
06.2010 - 06.2014
- Prepared and cooked nutritious meals for residents in a care facility.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in food preparation areas.
- Collaborated with dietary staff to meet specific resident nutritional needs.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety and cooking procedures.
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure safety and quality standards.
- Responded promptly to dietary requests from residents and staff members.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pennwood High
Lansdowne, PA06-1996
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Infection control procedures
- Rehabilitation support
- Patients' rights advocacy
- Range of motion exercises
- Safety precautions
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
CPR certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christiana Care Health System
05.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
LaurelWood Care Center
11.2017 - 05.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southeast Georgia Health System
06.2014 - 11.2017
Cook
LaurelWood Care Center
06.2010 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Pennwood High