Aleesha Atwood
Springfield
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at St. Clara's Manor, excelling in patient care and vital sign monitoring. Known for exceptional communication skills and a compassionate approach, I effectively support residents' independence while ensuring compliance with infection control practices. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for those in my care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Clara's Manor
Lincoln
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Assist elderly individuals with daily living activities including eating, dressing, bathing, and toileting
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Documented patient care procedures accurately in electronic health records.
- Trained new staff on proper care techniques and facility protocols.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
The Villas East
Springfield
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Support residents in managing daily life activities by providing necessary assistance.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
DaVita
Springfield
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Spend the majority of your day in direct one-on-one patient care to provide safe, comfortable and hygienic dialysis treatment
- To monitor patients before, during and after dialysis treatment including measuring and recording stats, patient observations, and hemodialysis machine setup
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Clara's Rehab & Senior Care
Lincoln
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Deliver direct care to residents requiring additional support with daily life activities.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
BrightStar Care
Springfield
11.2021 - 08.2022
- I travel to different nursing home facilities. I also work in home care.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Clara's Rehab & Senior Care
Lincoln
07.2021 - 10.2021
- I provide direct care for residents. I assist in bathing, toileting, dressing/undressing. I obtain vitals daily.
- I am responsible for charting correctly for each resident.
- Assisted 12 to 19 elderly patients daily
- Provided patients/residents with care and companionship
- Checked vital signs
- Documented all care
- Made beds
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms
Housekeeping Aide
St. Clara's Rehab & Senior Care
Lincoln
09.2020 - 07.2021
- I am responsible for cleaning common areas, dining areas, and resident's rooms.
- Maintained cleanliness in patient rooms and common areas consistently.
- Disinfected surfaces and equipment to ensure a safe environment for residents.
- Organized cleaning supplies and equipment for efficient workflow.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to address specific resident needs promptly.
- Reported maintenance issues to ensure a well-functioning facility.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, including toilets, sinks and showers and bathtubs.
- Followed specific cleaning instructions provided by supervisors.
- Replenished bathroom amenities such as soap, shampoo and conditioner.
- Conducted inventory of linens, cleaning supplies and toiletries and restocked housekeeping carts and storage closets.
Education
Certified in CNA -
Heartland Community College
Bloomington, IL07.2021
General -
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL01.2017
Diploma -
Riverton High School
Riverton, IL05.2010
Skills
- English
- cash handling
- Laundry
- Special education
- Vital signs
- PowerPoint
- Typing
- Dietary assistant experience
- Autism experience
- Senior care
- Teaching
- Early childhood
- Food services
- customer service
- Childcare
- Communication skills
- Hospital experience
- Word
- Caregiving
- Cashier
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Office
- Meal preparation
- CPR
- Babysitting
- cash register
- Team collaboration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient care
- Electronic health records
- Infection control practices
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Multitasking and organization
- Lifting and transferring
- Attention to detail
- End-of-life care
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- CNA, 07/01/21
- Driver's License, 09/01/23, 04/30/26
- BLS Certification American Red Cross, 08/01/23, 08/31/25
- Paraprofessional, 04/01/19, 04/30/24
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Clara's Manor
03.2024 - 02.2025
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
The Villas East
06.2023 - 03.2024
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
DaVita
05.2023 - 06.2023
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Clara's Rehab & Senior Care
05.2022 - 04.2023
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
BrightStar Care
11.2021 - 08.2022
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Clara's Rehab & Senior Care
07.2021 - 10.2021
Housekeeping Aide
St. Clara's Rehab & Senior Care
09.2020 - 07.2021
Certified in CNA -
Heartland Community College
General -
Lincoln Land Community College
Diploma -
Riverton High School
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