Compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with 6+ years of experience providing comprehensive care to elderly and disabled clients in home and facility settings
Specialized expertise in dementia care, medication management, and post-surgical recovery support with proven track record of improving patient quality of life indicators by 20%
Bilingual caregiver (English/Spanish) with cultural competency serving diverse populations and maintaining continuous care relationships averaging 2.5 years per client
CPR/First Aid certified professional with exceptional documentation skills and ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, families, and medical professionals
Demonstrated reliability and emotional resilience with experience supporting families through end-of-life care and difficult health transitions
Work Experience
Comfort Keepers Home Care
Senior Home Health Aide
March 2021 - Present
Provide comprehensive personal care services to 8-12 elderly clients weekly, including medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and assistance with activities of daily living
Developed and implemented individualized care plans that reduced emergency room visits by 25% through proactive health monitoring and family communication
Maintained detailed care logs and progress reports that improved care plan accuracy and enabled seamless coordination with visiting nurses and physicians
Specialized in dementia care for 4 clients with Alzheimer's disease, implementing behavioral management techniques that decreased agitation episodes by 40%
Trained 6 new caregivers on proper patient transfer techniques and emergency response protocols
Sunset Manor Assisted Living
Certified Nursing Assistant
June 2019 - February 2021
Delivered direct patient care to 15 residents in memory care unit, assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
Administered prescribed medications and monitored vital signs for residents with complex medical conditions including diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team including RNs, physical therapists, and social workers to optimize resident care outcomes
Implemented fall prevention strategies that reduced facility incident reports by 30% during tenure
Provided emotional support and companionship to residents and families during health transitions and end-of-life care
Private Family Employment
Personal Care Assistant
September 2018 - May 2019
Provided 24/7 live-in care for 89-year-old stroke recovery patient, assisting with physical therapy exercises and speech therapy practice
Managed complex medication regimen of 12 daily medications with 100% accuracy, coordinating with pharmacy and physician for refills and adjustments
Prepared therapeutic meals following diabetic and low-sodium dietary restrictions, resulting in improved blood sugar control and 15-pound weight loss
Coordinated transportation to medical appointments and maintained detailed health records for family and healthcare providers
Supported family through patient's recovery journey, providing respite care and emotional support during challenging periods
Education
Portland Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
May 2018
Specialized training in patient care, medication management, and emergency response
CPR and AED operation with emergency response experience
Safe patient transfer and mobility assistance
Fall prevention and home safety assessment
Emergency protocol implementation
Infection control and prevention practices
Specialized Care
Dementia and Alzheimer's care with behavioral management
Stroke recovery and rehabilitation support
End-of-life and hospice care
Mental health support and crisis intervention
Physical therapy assistance and exercise support
Communication and Documentation
Bilingual communication (English/Spanish) - Native fluency
Detailed care documentation and progress reporting
Family communication and education
Healthcare team collaboration
Electronic health record systems
Practical Life Skills
Therapeutic meal planning and special diet preparation
Light housekeeping and home organization
Transportation and appointment coordination
Companionship and recreational activities
Technology assistance and social connection support
Awards and Recognition
Employee of the Year
Comfort Keepers Home Care
2023
Recognized for exceptional patient care and family communication excellence
Outstanding Caregiver Award
Sunset Manor Assisted Living
2020
Selected from 45+ caregivers for dedication, reliability, and compassionate care
Community Service Recognition
Portland Senior Center
2022
75+ volunteer hours providing health screenings and companionship services
Perfect Attendance Award
Portland Community College CNA Program
2018
Completed 120-hour certification program with 100% attendance and 3.9 GPA
References
Margaret Chen, RN
Former Supervisor
Comfort Keepers Home Care | (555) 345-6789 | [email protected] Supervised my work with 25+ clients over 3 years, can speak to clinical skills and reliability
Roberto Martinez
Family Member of Former Client
(555) 678-9012 | [email protected] Son of Mrs. Carmen Martinez, whom I provided care for 18 months through end-of-life journey
Dr. Jennifer Walsh, MD
Collaborating Physician
Portland Family Medicine | (555) 432-1098 | [email protected] Worked together on comprehensive care plans for multiple shared patients
Patricia Nakamura
Physical Therapist
Rehabilitation Associates | (555) 789-0123 | [email protected] Collaborated on stroke recovery care, can attest to my dedication and learning ability
Father Michael O'Connor
Character Reference
St. Mary's Catholic Church | (555) 567-8901 | [email protected] Known me for 8 years through volunteer work, can speak to character and compassion
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