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Pennie hernandez

Brunswick

Summary

Experienced CNA with a strong background in patient mobility assistance and care documentation. Known for effective communication with healthcare teams and training new staff to ensure high standards of patient care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Brightstar Home Care
Saint Simons Island
02.2015 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care and services provided.
  • Communicated effectively with clients, families, and healthcare teams.
  • Ensured a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
  • Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and best practices.
  • Coordinated schedules for client appointments and transportation needs.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.

CNA

Magnolia Manor Nursing Home
Saint Simons Island
03.2013 - 01.2015
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Communicated effectively with clients, families, and healthcare teams.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitored food intake and output according to nursing staff instructions.
  • Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and best practices.
  • Coordinated schedules for client appointments and transportation needs.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - CNA

Okefenokee Technical College
Alma, GA
03-2011

Skills

  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Patient care documentation
  • Medication assistance
  • Infection control procedures
  • Infection control practices
  • Care coordination
  • Care plan implementation
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Patient transfers
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Feeding assistance
  • Range of motion exercises
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Compassion and empathy

Certification

  • Certified Nursing License

Timeline

CNA

Brightstar Home Care
02.2015 - Current

CNA

Magnolia Manor Nursing Home
03.2013 - 01.2015

Certificate of Technical Studies - CNA

Okefenokee Technical College
Pennie hernandez