Dedicated CNA with experience at Fairmont Crossing Health and Rehab, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Enhanced patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective emotional support, ensuring safety and dignity. Proven ability to promote independence while implementing infection control practices and fall prevention measures, contributing to a high-quality care environment.
I also have my EMT license so I combine those skills to ensure the best patient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Fairmont Crossing Health and Rehab
06.2023 - Current
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Education
Diploma
Amherst County High School
Amherst, VA
Skills
Time management
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Compassion and empathy
Bathing assistance
Feeding assistance
Dressing assistance
Maintaining confidentiality
Compassionate communication
Emotional support
Team collaboration
Active listening
Health monitoring
Toileting assistance
Lifting and transferring
Patient hygiene assistance
Reliable team player
Safety precautions
Recording vital signs
Bedside manner
Collecting vital signs
Electronic charting
Geriatric care
Maintaining privacy
Valid state driver's license
Feeding assistance expert
Additional Information
I am currently a Sophomore at the University of Lynchburg and plan to obtain my Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing.