Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
Interests
Timeline
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Sophia Stewart

Beverly,NJ

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Complete Care, excelling in patient-focused care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient dignity and comfort through reliable support and safety precautions. Adept at electronic charting and fostering positive relationships with patients and families, ensuring optimal health outcomes.

Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Complete Care
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Certified Nursing Assistant

South Mountain Rehabilitation Center
09.2021 - 11.2023
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.

Home Health Aide

Visiting Angels Home Health Care Services
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Com-Tec Institute
East Orange, NJ
07-2021

Graduate Certificate - Home Health Aide

Dorson Vocational Training Institute
East Orange, NJ
06-2020

High School Diploma -

EDWIN ALLEN HIGH
Kingston, JA
06-1986

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Safety precautions
  • Electronic charting
  • Medical terminology
  • Feeding assistance
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bathing assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient-focused care

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved patient care issues which led to outstanding and life changing results..

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
  • Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice or state-specific agencies.

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
  • Baking
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends
  • Interior Design
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
  • I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Complete Care
11.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

South Mountain Rehabilitation Center
09.2021 - 11.2023

Home Health Aide

Visiting Angels Home Health Care Services
07.2019 - 08.2021

Graduate Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Com-Tec Institute

Graduate Certificate - Home Health Aide

Dorson Vocational Training Institute

High School Diploma -

EDWIN ALLEN HIGH
Sophia Stewart