Antyana Whitfield
Perris
Summary
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Temecula Valley Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for care continuity.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Adhered to infection control protocols, promoting a safe environment.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Enhanced patient mobility through exercises and supportive assistance.
- 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.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Creekside Care Center
03.2018 - Current
- Patient care, vitals, monitor patients, feed patients, pass trays, Showers..
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
WEST WAYS STAFFING
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Tele,sitter, med surf.. patient care, vitals, meal percentage, intake and output
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arrowhead homes
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Monitor patients, vitals, adl, rotations, meals
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Citrus Villa
10.2014 - 04.2015
- Provided direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs and supporting activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, dressing, and toileting.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy, and active listening to build trust and foster positive patient relationships.
- encouraged patient independence and mobility by assisting with with walking exercises and the use of walkers, wheelchairs, or other assistive devices.
- assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures, maintaining sterile technique and promoting proper healing.
- advocated for patients by communicating their needs during shift handoffs and participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to support coordinated care.
CNA/Medical Assistant
Riverside County regional medical center
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Floated across various departments including Telemetry, Medical-Surgical, Labor & Delivery (L&D), and Emergency room (ER) units to provide support based on staffing needs.
- Serve as a patient sitter ensuring safety and continuous observations of high-risk patients.
- Answer multi-phone lines and direct calls efficiently to appropriate department or personnel.
- Assist with patient discharges, including paperwork processing and coordination with transportation.
- Fax prescriptions and medical documents to pharmacies and provider offices in compliance with HIPPA regulations.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Readylink Health Care
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Post Op Sub Acute Sitter, Med Surgery unit ICU
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, fostering understanding of care routines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement care plans, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
- Assisted patients during meal times, ensuring they received proper nutrition according to specific dietary requirements.
- Improved patient comfort by repositioning and transferring them on a regular basis.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Sierra Vista Rehabilitation Center
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Serve the patients their food Monitor the hallways and rooms Schedule patients daily activity
- Maintained accurate records of vital signs, fluid intake, and output for effective patient monitoring.
- Strengthened continuity of care by meticulously updating electronic health records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Served as a mentor to new staff members, providing guidance and support during their onboarding process.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Summit Career College
Colton, CA01.2016
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Summit Career College
Colton, CA06-2012
Skills
- Vital Signs (10 years): accurately monitoring, assessing, and documenting vital signs
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)- Proficient in Epic and other patient charting systems
- Injection administration 6 years of experience with IM, Subq, and intradermal injections
- Patient centered care and ADL support: delivered compassionate, individualized care, while maintaining dignity and respect in various clinical and acute care settings
- phlebotomy and specimen collection: skilled in venipuncture, lab draws, and specimen handling
- ICU & acute care experience: familiar with critical care environments, rapid response protocols, and patients that are of high acuity
- Team collaboration: self starter and motivator, team player, reliable, cooperative, great written and verbal communication skills
- Clinical knowledge base; strong clinical judgment, strong foundation in medical terminology, and quick on my feet in critical situations
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) March 2007 to November 2021
- CPR
- Driver's License
- Certified Medical Assistant
- CDL B
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Temecula Valley Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Creekside Care Center
03.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
WEST WAYS STAFFING
08.2015 - 09.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arrowhead homes
03.2015 - 07.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Citrus Villa
10.2014 - 04.2015
CNA/Medical Assistant
Riverside County regional medical center
02.2013 - 03.2014
Certified Nurse Assistant
Readylink Health Care
01.2009 - 01.2012
Certified Nurse Assistant
Sierra Vista Rehabilitation Center
01.2007 - 01.2008
No Degree - Nursing
Summit Career College
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Summit Career College
Qualifications
Administrative:
- Microsoft Office, Customer Service, and File Organization
- Appointment Scheduling, Patient Documentation
- Medisoft, Billing and Coding
- Accounting Procedures
Clinical:
- Medical Terminology, Phlebotomy and Administering Injections
- Physical Exams, Sterilization Techniques and Lab Procedures
- Anatomy and Physiology, EKG's, Pharmacology and CPR/First Aid
Certifications & Licenses
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate (CNA)
- CPR Certified
- BLS Certified
- Certified Medical Assistant
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