Deidre Reese
Atlanta
Summary
Detail-oriented CNA with strong skills in patient care and safety protocols. Experienced in assisting clients with daily living activities while ensuring compliance with infection control procedures. Ready to leverage expertise to enhance patient comfort and safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Trinity life at home
Roswell
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Facilitated safe mobility and transfers for clients.
- Facilitated safe ambulation and transfers for patients using proper body mechanics to prevent injury.
- Provided personal care assistance to clients in daily living activities.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Supported residents in ambulation to enhance physical activity using self-help devices as needed.
- Utilized mobility devices to facilitate patient movement and support independence. to transport patients.
- Documented client care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with clients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Followed safety protocols and infection control procedures diligently.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques to promote independence and improve quality of life.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of client living spaces effectively.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Recorded food intake and output.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Supported clients with emotional needs, offering companionship and reassurance.
- Provided residents with drinking water to ensure proper hydration. and nourishment to residents.
- Performed range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities.
Cashier
Willy's Mexican Bar and Grill
Lavista, Georgia
12.2019 - 07.2024
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
cna
Pruitt Healthcare
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2008 - 07.2019
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Education
GED -
East Wayne Center
Fort Wayne, IN03-1992
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Infection control procedures
- Patient education
- Patient mobility assistance
- Patient transfers
- Toileting assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Wound care
- End-of-life care
- Catheter change and preparation
- Respiratory equipment training
- Electronic health records
- Documentation accuracy
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Patient advocacy
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
Timeline
CNA
Trinity life at home
06.2024 - Current
Cashier
Willy's Mexican Bar and Grill
12.2019 - 07.2024
cna
Pruitt Healthcare
09.2008 - 07.2019
GED -
East Wayne Center