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| | Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidatePATRICIADOMBALCERTIFIED NURSINGASSISTANTPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLESparta, NJ 07871CONTACTSKILLS Light Housekeeping Incident Reporting Word Processing CPR Certification Clear Communication Progress Documentation Personal Care Worker (PCW) Daily living assistance Meal Preparation Problem-Solving Medication Administration Household Cleaning Patient Assessments Emotional Support Direct Patient Care Direct Care Aide First aid and safety HIPAA Compliance Care Planning Meal Planning and Preparation Infection ControlCompassionate and dedicated Care Associate with excellent problem- solving skills and the ability to provide direct patient care and emotional support. Proficient in medication administration and CPR certification, and experienced in maintaining HIPAA compliance. Skilled in meal preparation, light housekeeping, and progress documentation, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARYCare AssociateCedar Crest, Prompting plains, NJEXPERIENCEJanuary 2024 - June 2024Utilized strong problem solving abilities to develop creative solutions to challenging situations involving clients.Ensured a safe environment by monitoring resident activity levels and intervening when necessary.Encouraged positive interactions among residents within the facility; mediated conflicts between residents as needed.Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple client cases simultaneously.Provided compassionate care and support to elderly clients in a residential facility, demonstrating effective communication skills and sensitivity to individual needs.Provided assistance with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, dressing and eating.Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on helping residents overcome challenges related to aging or illness.Developed trusting relationships with clients through active listening, patience and understanding of their emotional states.Maintained accurate records regarding patient progress, treatments provided and changes in condition or behavior. Assisted residents in activities of daily living to maintain health and dignity. Assisted residents in and out of bed and wheelchairs, using safe lifting and transferring techniques.Engaged clients through conversation and companionship, promoting independence and meeting social requirements. Responded to resident dining needs and assisted with feeding. Responded quickly to emergency situations and provided necessary first aid. Provided proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown. Maintained secure environment for staff and residents, following established safety standards. Personal Care Aide Heartsaver First Aid (First Aid) Certified in CPR/AED Light Cleaning Safety Compliance Excellent Communication Patient Ambulation Self-Motivation and Initiative Respectful and CompassionateCNALimecrest, Andover, NJ Protected health information according to HIPAA policies and procedures. Facilitated social activities for clients to maintain a sense of purpose and community. Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs. Served clients regular balanced meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Established personal relationships with clients to maintain patient comfort and care.Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of residents.Administered bedside and personal care, such as ambulation, and personal hygiene assistance.Performed healthcare-related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under direction of registered nurses and physiotherapists. Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager and supervisor. Prepared and maintained records of client progress and performed services. Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.February 2023 - November 2023Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases. Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding. Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information. Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls. Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families. Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients. Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings.Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams. Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence. Participated in educational activities to stay up-to-date with best practices in nursing.Followed manufacturer's instructions when using selected equipment, accounting for patient's size, preexisting conditions, and age.Provided emotional support and encouragement to enhance self-esteem of patients. Participated in educational sessions related to professional development. Contributed positively to team environment through effective problem solving strategies.Exhibited excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and their families.Demonstrated proficiency in patient transfer techniques using wheelchairs, gurneys and lifts.Assisted with range of motion exercises, ambulation and positioning of bedridden patients. Respected patient privacy rights while providing care services. Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting. Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize tasks based on patient needs. Reported any change in patient condition promptly to the nurse supervisor. Developed positive relationships with residents by providing compassionate care. Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality care delivery to patients. Managed multiple tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure situations. Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns. Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs. Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses. Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output. Turned and repositioned bedridden patients.Established special connections with patients through empathy and relationship-building techniques. Kept patient information confidential to protect organization's value. Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and needed for assistance and social and emotional support.Lifted and assisted others to lift patients to move them on and off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, and stretchers. Turned bedridden patients to avoid bedsores.Communicated with patients to determine need for assistance or social and emotional support.Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, and blood in urine. Prepared and served food trays.Gathered information from nurses and physicians about patient condition and treatment plans. Supplied, collected and emptied bedpans.Utilized wheelchairs and moveable beds to transport patients to treatment units and operating rooms.CNAAndover Sub-Acute & Rehab Center, Andover, NJBathingEmpty catheterSeptember 2011 - December 2022Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases. Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding. Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information. Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls. Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families. Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients. Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff. Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs. Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings.Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams. Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence. Cleaned and sanitized medical equipment and rooms. Participated in educational activities to stay up-to-date with best practices in nursing. Assisted with admission and discharge processes to provide continuity of care. Followed manufacturer's instructions when using selected equipment, accounting for patient's size, preexisting conditions, and age.Demonstrated proficiency in patient transfer techniques using wheelchairs, gurneys and lifts.Provided emotional support and encouragement to enhance self-esteem of patients.Contributed positively to team environment through effective problem solving strategies. Participated in educational sessions related to professional development. Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.Maintained a clean environment for the safety of patients by following infection control protocols.Ensured proper documentation of all treatments provided per hospital policies and standards. Respected patient privacy rights while providing care services. Assisted in admission, discharge and transfer activities as needed. Assisted with range of motion exercises, ambulation and positioning of bedridden patients. Assessed patient needs for additional services or equipment requirements. Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality care delivery to patients. Recorded daily observations regarding patient condition in medical records. Managed multiple tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure situations. Reported any change in patient condition promptly to the nurse supervisor. Developed positive relationships with residents by providing compassionate care. Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize tasks based on patient needs. Exhibited excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and their families. Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns. Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs. Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability. Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses. Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output. Turned and repositioned bedridden patients.Established special connections with patients through empathy and relationship-building techniques. Kept patient information confidential to protect organization's value. Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and needed for assistance and social and emotional support.Lifted and assisted others to lift patients to move them on and off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, and stretchers. Turned bedridden patients to avoid bedsores.Communicated with patients to determine need for assistance or social and emotional support.Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, and blood in urine. Recorded height and weight of patients. Prepared and served food trays. Observed patient's responses, reactions, and changes to medications. Gathered information from nurses and physicians about patient condition and treatment plans. Supplied, collected and emptied bedpans. Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, and sputum. Reviewed patient dietary restrictions and food allergies to verify appropriate diet.Utilized wheelchairs and moveable beds to transport patients to treatment units and operating rooms.CNAMilford Manor, West Milford, NJ Reminded patients to take medications and nutritional supplements. Exercised comatose, paralyzed, and immobile patients. Shaved and drape patients to prepare them for surgery, treatment, and examination. Adjusted oxygen levels to verify patient comfort. Collected data regarding patients' diseases, conditions, and treatment plans. Applied clean dressings, slings and support bandages. November 2010 - September 2011Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases. Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding. Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information. Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls. Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families. Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients. Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings.Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams. Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence. Participated in educational activities to stay up-to-date with best practices in nursing.Followed manufacturer's instructions when using selected equipment, accounting for patient's size, preexisting conditions, and age.Developed positive relationships with residents by providing compassionate care.Contributed positively to team environment through effective problem solving strategies.Provided emotional support and encouragement to enhance self-esteem of patients.Managed multiple tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure situations. Reported any change in patient condition promptly to the nurse supervisor. Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.Exhibited excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and their families. Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize tasks based on patient needs. Maintained a clean environment for the safety of patients by following infection control protocols. Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality care delivery to patients. Demonstrated proficiency in patient transfer techniques using wheelchairs, gurneys and lifts. Recorded daily observations regarding patient condition in medical records. Assisted with range of motion exercises, ambulation and positioning of bedridden patients. Respected patient privacy rights while providing care services. Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs. Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses. Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output. Turned and repositioned bedridden patients.Established special connections with patients through empathy and relationship-building techniques. Kept patient information confidential to protect organization's value. Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and needed for assistance and social and emotional support.Lifted and assisted others to lift patients to move them on and off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, and stretchers. Turned bedridden patients to avoid bedsores.Communicated with patients to determine need for assistance or social and emotional support. Prepared and served food trays.Gathered information from nurses and physicians about patient condition and treatment plans. Supplied, collected and emptied bedpans.Utilized wheelchairs and moveable beds to transport patients to treatment units and operating rooms.Bocce Community Collage, Orange County, NYEDUCATIONSeptember 2001 |