Amanda Germany
Augusta
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant with over 15 years of experience providing exceptional patient-centered care in long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, hospice, memory care, and restorative therapy settings. Skilled in caring for residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease while preserving dignity, safety, and quality of life. Strong ability to communicate with residents, families, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding care. Recognized for reliability, empathy, teamwork, and maintaining a calm, positive attitude.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Aide
Hospice
Augusta, GA
10.2023 - Current
- Provide compassionate end-of-life care while preserving patients’ dignity and comfort.
- Assiste with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
- Monitor and report changes in patients’ physical, emotional, and mental condition to the nursing team.
- Deliver comfort-focused care, including repositioning, oral care, and skin integrity support.
- Assist with pain management measures and comfort interventions as directed by licensed nurses.
- Offered emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life journey.
- Maintain a calm, respectful, and comforting environment for patients and loved ones.
- Worked collaboratively with nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other hospice team members.
- Followed infection control, safety, and confidentiality (HIPAA) guidelines at all times.
- Documented patient care accurately and promptly.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Staffing Coordinator/ CNA
Pruitt Evans
Evans, GA
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Coordinated staffing for CNAs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Worked closely with nursing leadership to meet patient care staffing needs.
- Scheduled agency personnel to supplement facility staffing when needed.
- Filled last-minute call-outs and open shifts while minimizing overtime.
- Maintained staffing records and employee schedules with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Communicated effectively with employees, supervisors, and agency staff to resolve scheduling issues.
- Assisted with onboarding and orientation scheduling for new hires.
- Ensured compliance with staffing ratios and company policies.
- Built positive relationships with employees to improve attendance and shift coverage.
- Developed onboarding schedules for new hires, ensuring compliance with training protocols and company policies.
- Supported quality patient care by ensuring appropriate staffing levels at all times.
- Trained junior staff on recruitment best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment and enhancing productivity.
- Verified payroll, vacation and sick time hours to support accounting processes.
CNA/Restorative Aide
Amara, University, Piedmont, Pruitt
Augusta, GA
02.2011 - 09.2021
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and documentation, enhancing care coordination.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team promptly.
- Trained new CNAs on procedures and protocols, promoting adherence to best practices.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Education
GED -
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GASkills
- Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care
- Hospice & End-of-Life Care
- Long-Term Care
- Short-Term Rehabilitation
- Restorative Therapy
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Vital Signs & Documentation
- Safe Patient Transfers & Mobility Assistance
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Fall Prevention
- Feeding Assistance & Nutrition Monitoring
- Personal Hygiene & Grooming
- Emotional Support for Residents & Families
- Patient Observation & Reporting
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Compassionate Communication
- Resident Rights & Confidentiality
- CPR/BLS Certified
- Dedicated advocate for residents dignity, comfort, and quality of life
- HIPAA compliance
- Excellent attendance and reliable
- Bedside manner
- End-of-life care
- Adaptable
- Ambulation assistance
- Responding to emergencies
- Blood glucose testing
- Activity coordination
- Medical records management
- Vital sign recording
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Range of motion exercises
Accomplishments
Nominated Caregiver of the year- 2026
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPR/BLS certified
Timeline
Hospice Aide
Hospice
10.2023 - Current
Staffing Coordinator/ CNA
Pruitt Evans
09.2021 - 10.2023
CNA/Restorative Aide
Amara, University, Piedmont, Pruitt
02.2011 - 09.2021
GED -
Augusta Technical College