Geanise Dossman
Oakland
Summary
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Helpful professional committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations, and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
C.N.A.
AMN Healthcare
San Diego
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
C.N.A.
Oakland Healthcare & Wellness Center
Oakland
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
C.N.A.
Kyakameena
Berkeley
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
C.N.A.
Washington Center for Aging Services
San Leandro
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Education
CNA / HHA
Pleasant Valley Adult School
Oakland, CA06-1993
Associate of Arts - Merchandising
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
San Francisco, CA06-1988
High School Diploma -
Berkeley High School
Berkeley, CA06-1986
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient transportation
- Documenting care
- Infection control
- Daily living assistance
- Communication skills
- Patient safety
- Time management
- Nutritional monitoring
- Body mechanics
- Team collaboration
- Basic life support
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
C.N.A.
Oakland Healthcare & Wellness Center
01.2024 - 03.2025
C.N.A.
AMN Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
C.N.A.
Kyakameena
02.2022 - 02.2023
C.N.A.
Washington Center for Aging Services
03.2018 - 03.2020
CNA / HHA
Pleasant Valley Adult School
Associate of Arts - Merchandising
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
High School Diploma -
Berkeley High School