Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills gained from experience as a customer service representative.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arbor Wellness
05.2024 - Current
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs.
Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purpose.
Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
01.2024 - 05.2024
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
11.2023 - 02.2024
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
Customer Service Representative
Foundever
01.2023 - 10.2023
Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
Credit Officer
ReadiCash Finance
09.2019 - 03.2021
Reviewed and verified income, credit reports and employment histories for each borrower.
Organized and finalized loan applications for underwriter review.
Kept records of customers' charges and payments.
Prepared reports of findings and recommendations.
Updated client accounts with new information and verified data for informed credit approvals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Language Communication
University of The West Indies
Kingston, Jamaica
07-2018
Skills
HIPAA compliance
Patient care
Collecting vital signs
Bathing assistance
Compassionate
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Basic life support
Electronic charting
Safety precautions
Compassionate caregiver
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arbor Wellness
05.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
01.2024 - 05.2024
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
11.2023 - 02.2024
Customer Service Representative
Foundever
01.2023 - 10.2023
Credit Officer
ReadiCash Finance
09.2019 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Language Communication
University of The West Indies
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