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Janine Hasson

Bedford

Summary

Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Cardinal Senior Living, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Recognized for delivering compassionate support and fostering emotional connections with patients. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and attention to detail, ensuring a safe and dignified care environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Private Duty Home Care
Bedford Va
08.2025 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during care routines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient living areas to promote hygiene.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Trained new staff on caregiving procedures and safety protocols efficiently.
  • Communicated effectively with multidisciplinary teams regarding patient needs and updates.
  • Documented patient progress and care activities accurately for health records.
  • 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.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • 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.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
  • Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • 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.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.

CNA

Cardinal Senior Living
Bedford Va
06.2021 - 06.2022

I preformed all CNA duties proficiently in memory care as well as assisted living.

CNA

Oakwood Health & Rehabilitation
Bedford Va
11.2012 - 06.2020

I preformed all CNA duties proficiently working on dementia units as well as rehab.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Staunton River
Moneta, VA
06.1971

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • Attention to detail
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient transfers
  • Compassionate communication
  • Emotional support
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Emergency response
  • Clinical documentation
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient advocacy
  • Physical stamina
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Toileting assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Health monitoring
  • Infection control practices
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Safety precautions
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bedside manner
  • Compassionate
  • Patient lifting
  • Electronic charting
  • Patient-focused care
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Geriatric care
  • Direct patient care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Patient relationship building
  • Medical terminology
  • Light housekeeping
  • Inpatient care
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Adaptable
  • Patient assessments
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Specimen collection
  • Transporting patients
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Patient management
  • Valid state driver's license
  • Patient relations
  • Observing responses
  • Condition monitoring
  • Indirect patient care
  • Reliable transportation
  • Preparing meals
  • Feeding assistance expert

Timeline

CNA

Private Duty Home Care
08.2025 - Current

CNA

Cardinal Senior Living
06.2021 - 06.2022

CNA

Oakwood Health & Rehabilitation
11.2012 - 06.2020

High School Diploma - General Studies

Staunton River
Janine Hasson