Virginia Miller
Powder Springs
Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience in private care and hospital settings. Excelled in providing compassionate patient care, vital signs monitoring, and emotional support, enhancing patient satisfaction and well-being. Skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy, demonstrating a commitment to patient dignity and healthcare excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA, Private Care
Barbara Hall
10.2024 - 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
CNA Private Care
Colleen McCoy
05.2022 - 01.2025
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- 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.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Supported mobility exercises to enhance patient physical well-being.
CNA, Private Care
Julie Lewis
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
CNA
Blue Grass Personal Homecare
12.2016 - 10.2019
- Supported mobility exercises to enhance patient physical well-being.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA, Private Care
Erin Heggi
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Supported mobility exercises to enhance patient physical well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- 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.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
CNA
Yucaipa Valley Hospital
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans.
- Supported mobility exercises to enhance patient physical well-being.
- Operated electronic health records system to update patient information accurately.
- Employed infection control protocols to maintain sterile environment.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA12.2025
N/a - General Studies
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA05.2016
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- End-of-life care
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Dressing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Patient advocacy
- Toileting assistance
- Time management
Certification
CURRENT CNA CERTIFICATION
CURRENT BLS/CPR CERTIFICATION
Timeline
CNA, Private Care
Barbara Hall
10.2024 - Current
CNA Private Care
Colleen McCoy
05.2022 - 01.2025
CNA, Private Care
Julie Lewis
11.2019 - 04.2022
CNA
Blue Grass Personal Homecare
12.2016 - 10.2019
CNA, Private Care
Erin Heggi
04.2014 - 07.2015
CNA
Yucaipa Valley Hospital
01.2014 - 04.2014
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Chattahoochee Technical College
N/a - General Studies
San Bernardino Valley College
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