Porshia Logan
Chicago Heights,IL
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
The Waters Of North Little Rock
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
CNA
Lakewood Nursing & Rehab Center
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
CNA
The Springs Of Premier Health And Rehab
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Lonoke Health And Rehab
09.2014 - 07.2015
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Provided personal care such as feeding, bathing, shaving, bed baths and grooming.
- Provided social and emotional support to improve residents' morale.
- Supported residents with arts and crafts, music, games and reading activities.
- Followed LPN or RN instructions for Range of Motion activities for patients.
- Helped residents with daily hygiene including showering, oral and peri care, incontinence care, minimizing rashes, sores and soiling.
Education
Arkansas Nurse Aide Registry
Nurse Aide Training Program
Lonoke, AR09.2014
High School Diploma -
North Pulaski High School
Jacksonville, AR05.2011
Skills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Patient care and safety
- Disease prevention
- Cleaning rooms and bed linens
- Proper hygiene
- Patient mobility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Conducting Intakes
Timeline
CNA
The Waters Of North Little Rock
07.2020 - 09.2020
CNA
Lakewood Nursing & Rehab Center
10.2017 - 05.2018
CNA
The Springs Of Premier Health And Rehab
08.2015 - 05.2017
CNA
Lonoke Health And Rehab
09.2014 - 07.2015
Arkansas Nurse Aide Registry
Nurse Aide Training Program
High School Diploma -
North Pulaski High School
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