Maria Gibbons
Forest Park
Summary
Dedicated Senior CNA with extensive experience at Jonesboro Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to train multiple CNAs simultaneously while enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Committed to promoting independence and dignity in all aspects of care delivery.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior CNA
Jonesboro Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Training new incoming CNAs on the floor up to three individuals at a time
Senior CNA
Fairburn Healthcare
06.2017 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Senior CNA
College Park Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
CNA- Private Homecare
Jewish Senior Services
01.2013 - 02.2017
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
CNA Supervisor
Ozanam Hall of Queens Nursing Home
06.2012 - 02.2017
- Managed scheduling, training, and supervision of CNA staff for efficient shift coverage.
- Improved patient care by implementing new protocols and procedures for CNA team members.
- Maintained high standards of care by ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families to foster trust and understanding of treatment plans.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among staff members.
- Implemented ongoing professional development opportunities for CNA staff, leading to improved skills and knowledge.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular evaluations, coaching, and constructive feedback.
- Created a supportive atmosphere for patients by addressing concerns promptly and compassionately.
- Increased overall patient satisfaction through diligent monitoring of CNAs'' adherence to best practices.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
Private Home Are Aide
Bayside Care Center
02.2008 - 07.2012
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Facilitated recreational activities tailored to individual patient interests, promoting social engagement and mental stimulation.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Established trusting relationships with patients through consistent reliability and genuine empathy towards their unique situations.
- Supported patients'' mental well-being by engaging in meaningful conversations and offering emotional support.
- Aided in maintaining a clean living environment, performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dishwashing, and tidying up spaces.
- Ensured proper nutrition for patients by preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements.
Residential Medication Aide
Bentley Senior Living
09.2008 - 11.2009
- Prioritized resident well-being through conscientious time management, ensuring all residents received their medications promptly according to prescribed schedules.
- Prevented potential drug interactions by staying informed about new medications being introduced into a resident''s regimen.
- Contributed to a positive care environment through respectful communication with residents, families, and coworkers.
- Assisted with routine audits of the facility''s medication management system, identifying opportunities for improvement or corrective action as needed.
- Maintained a clean and organized medication storage area, ensuring proper storage conditions for each medication type.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding resident personal information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and facility policies.
CNA
Sterling Manor Nursing Home
11.2007 - 12.2008
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
CNA
Kennedy Memorial Hospital
11.2005 - 09.2007
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
Recreation Assistant
The Highlands
10.2003 - 08.2005
- Maintained a safe and clean facility, ensuring a positive environment for all users.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patrons, addressing concerns and answering inquiries promptly.
- Ensured proper supervision of program participants at all times, prioritizing their safety and wellbeing.
- Enhanced participant enjoyment by creating and implementing diverse recreational activities.
- Opened, closed and secured facilities at prescribed times to accommodate scheduled activities.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, fostering collaboration for future events.
- Collaborated with staff to create recreation offerings and facilitated communication about new programs to generate involvement.
- Monitored participant behavior during activities closely while enforcing rules consistently when necessary.
- Collaborated with team members to develop new programs, increasing participation rates.
- Trained new staff members on department policies and procedures, promoting consistency across the team.
- Coordinated scheduling for various programs and activities, maximizing facility usage and accommodating diverse needs.
File Clerk
Children's Specialized Hospital
10.2002 - 05.2003
- Assisted with document scanning and imaging projects to support accurate file back-up.
- Identified and corrected inconsistencies in filing systems for increased accuracy.
- Examined, categorized, and sorted incoming documents.
- Created, implemented and monitored filing systems for easy retrieval of records.
- Located and retrieved requested documents in accordance with established policies.
- Responded promptly to internal document requests from colleagues, providing excellent customer service while minimizing disruptions to workflow.
- Enhanced productivity by processing incoming mail and filing documents promptly, allowing for easy access when needed.
- Collaborated closely with team members to address any discrepancies or issues within the filing system, resolving them quickly and efficiently.
- Managed sensitive or confidential files with attention to data security and storage policies.
- Supported administrative staff through effective file management, ensuring quick retrieval of essential information.
- Assisted with data entry and administrative support tasks to help meet team goals.
Education
CNA - Nursing
NY Institute of Medical Careers
Woodside, NY04.2005
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- The Ability To Train Multiple incoming CNAs at a time
Timeline
Senior CNA
Jonesboro Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
05.2022 - Current
Senior CNA
Fairburn Healthcare
06.2017 - 06.2022
Senior CNA
College Park Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2017 - 06.2021
CNA- Private Homecare
Jewish Senior Services
01.2013 - 02.2017
CNA Supervisor
Ozanam Hall of Queens Nursing Home
06.2012 - 02.2017
Residential Medication Aide
Bentley Senior Living
09.2008 - 11.2009
Private Home Are Aide
Bayside Care Center
02.2008 - 07.2012
CNA
Sterling Manor Nursing Home
11.2007 - 12.2008
CNA
Kennedy Memorial Hospital
11.2005 - 09.2007
Recreation Assistant
The Highlands
10.2003 - 08.2005
File Clerk
Children's Specialized Hospital
10.2002 - 05.2003
CNA - Nursing
NY Institute of Medical Careers
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