THERESA STEPHENS
Hephzibah
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation. Skilled in vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Expertise in building rapport with patients and families while upholding professional boundaries, contributing to enhanced patient satisfaction and care quality.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Select Number
Augusta
08.2013 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients in various residential settings.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patient comfort and hygiene.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in medical records accurately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Addressed patient call lights to ensure timely assistance. promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
CNA
Augusta hills
Augusta
06.2011 - 02.2014
- Provided compassionate care to patients in various residential settings.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patient comfort and hygiene.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in medical records accurately.
- Supported recreational activities to enhance patient engagement and well-being.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- 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.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output according to nursing staff instructions.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
CNA
Golden living Windermere
Augusta
05.1999 - 09.2010
- Provided compassionate care to patients in various residential settings.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patient comfort and hygiene.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in medical records accurately.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare procedures and safety measures.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Facilitated resident transportation to ensure attendance at scheduled events. within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GASkills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Medical documentation
Timeline
CNA
Select Number
08.2013 - Current
CNA
Augusta hills
06.2011 - 02.2014
CNA
Golden living Windermere
05.1999 - 09.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Health
Augusta Technical College