Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Capitol City Rehabilitation and Care Center, delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring safety through diligent monitoring and effective communication. Skilled in collecting vital signs and promoting independence, I enhance patient wellbeing while fostering a supportive environment for those with Alzheimer's and dementia.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Capitol City Rehabilitation and Care Center
08.2017 - Current
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Managment (In Progress)
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
04-2024
Skills
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Collecting vital signs
Bathing assistance
Compassionate
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Safety precautions
Electronic charting
Patient-focused care
Feeding assistance
Certification
CMT - Certified Medication Technician
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (DC & Maryland)
CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Capitol City Rehabilitation and Care Center
08.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Managment (In Progress)
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