Jacqueline johnston
nurse aide
Williamsburg,VA
Summary
Dedicated CNA with experience at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and effective teamwork. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance while advocating for patient needs and promoting infection control practices.
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.
Healthcare professional committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs, providing compassionate patient care and assistance with daily activities. Successfully supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare services. Demonstrated exceptional communication and patient management skills, ensuring comfort and well-being.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNA
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
04.2021 - 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
United Cerebral Palsy of New York City
11.2008 - 10.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles for clients by assisting with meal planning, grocery shopping, and preparing nutritious meals.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA02-2019
No Degree - CNA
Heart To Heart
Williamsburg, VA01-2017
Associate of Science - Science Health
Virginia Peninsula Community Collage
Williamsburg, VA 07.2021 - 12.2023
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Patient transfers
- Compassionate communication
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Patient advocacy
- Health monitoring
- Infection control practices
- Lifting and transferring
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork from home optionPaid time offFlexible work hoursTimeline
Associate of Science - Science Health
Virginia Peninsula Community Collage
07.2021 - 12.2023
CNA
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
United Cerebral Palsy of New York City
11.2008 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
No Degree - CNA
Heart To Heart
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