Elicia M Penrose
Hot Springs
Summary
single female with 2 1/2 years of experience as a CNA.
As well having 15 years of experience as a caregiver .i was trained to care give bye my mother whom was a LPN . Moved to Texas and worked at argon medical for three years. Moved back to montana and got my CNA . I enjoy working in the medical field. my intention is to extend my education to become a RN .
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Hot Springs Health And Rehabiliation Center
10.2021 - 01.2024
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Staker.chasier
Buck's Grocery
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Back up Lead / BioPince Gluer
Argon Medical Devices
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Monitored accounts receivable aging and worked with various areas to address business needs.
- Collaborated on collection and dispute resolution issues.
- Prepared accounts receivable-related journal entries for accounting month-end close.
- Identified and discussed with management opportunities for improvements to procedures and internal controls.
- Delegating duties depending on daily requirements.
- keeping the product line in progress as well as keeping the th machines functioning correctly.
- Maintained accurate records of accounts, of product loss and gained.
Education
No Degree - CNA
CNA Classes
600 1st Ave N, Hotsptings MT 5984502.2022
High School Diploma -
Libby High School
Libby, MT08.2001
Skills
- Supporting Personal Needs
- EMR Systems
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Medications Familiarity
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Charting Expertise
- Responding to Emergencies
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Light Housekeeping
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Respiratory Equipment Training
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Patient Assessments
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Inpatient Care
- Oral Hygiene
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Patient Relationship-Building
- Quick Problem Solver
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Documenting Behaviors
- Recording Vital Signs
- Intake Recording
- Patient Safety Management
- Nursing Assistance
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Bed Transfers
- Feeding Tube Management
- Consistent Follow Through
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Monitor Vitals
- Restock Shelves
- Collecting Specimens
- Observation Documentation
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Emotional and Social Support
- Proper Staffing
- Infection Control Procedures
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- ADLs Assistance
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Patient-Focused Care
- Calm Under Stress
- Promoting Healthy Habits
- Monitoring Fluids
- Emotional Intelligence
- Quality Patient Care
- Bathing and Dressing
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
CNA
Providing assistants with the nurse.
Following directions bye the nurse.
Reporting to the nurse about any skin break downs.
Reporting to the nurse about any mental or emotional or physical changes about the resident.
Being acute to the residents constant or unconstant behaviors and actions .
Listening and understanding the resident
Emotional or physical support to the residents needs or wants.
Emptying urinals ,and ostomy bags.
peri care.
dementia residents
memory care.
cleaning G-Tubs .
all incidental CNA tasks
Vidal signs
Timeline
CNA
Hot Springs Health And Rehabiliation Center
10.2021 - 01.2024
Staker.chasier
Buck's Grocery
10.2021 - 02.2022
Back up Lead / BioPince Gluer
Argon Medical Devices
07.2019 - 10.2021
No Degree - CNA
CNA Classes
High School Diploma -
Libby High School
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
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