Michelle Cherono
North Mankato
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in providing patient care in various healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient records. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with patients and work effectively within multidisciplinary medical teams. Proven track record of improving patient comfort and safety through dedication and empathetic care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Monarch Healthcare Management
Lake Crystal
08.2024 - Current
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Medication Aide
Monarch Healthcare Management
Lake Crystal
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
- Received supply of ordered medications to apportion, mix or assemble drugs for administration to patient.
- Followed protocols for disposing of expired or unused medications safely.
- Administered scheduled drugs under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
- Performed wellness observations, documenting side effects for clinical follow-up.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN07-2028
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic medical records
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Monarch Healthcare Management
08.2024 - Current
Medication Aide
Monarch Healthcare Management
08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State University, Mankato