Chanel Coley
Philadelpia
Summary
Talented professional trained in all types of patient care and nursing support. Protect patients with continuous monitoring and personalized assistance. Stay on top of care demands with diligent attention to every need. Excellent patient relations and time management abilities. Reliable and punctual CNA able to handle fast-paced work. Proven willingness to take on any task to support the team and help the business succeed. Offer strong leadership and management abilities.
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center
Narvon, PA
03.2026 - Current
- Administered daily personal care services, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient mobility and rehabilitation exercises to enhance recovery.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, contributing to timely interventions.
- Implemented infection control procedures, promoting safety standards within the facility.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy in patient records and compliance measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents' needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Abington Jefferson Hospital
Abington, PA
06.2007 - 11.2025
- Maintained safety standards with proper handling and disposal of biomedical waste.
- Handled non-medical patient care activities, including laundry, food preparation, and room cleaning.
- Moved patients between beds, wheelchair, and other locations smoothly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient assistance and safety standards.
- Educated patients and families on care protocols and medication management.
- Improved patient quality of life by assisting with daily living activities.
- Offered support, companionship, and stimulation through conversation and recreation. for patient’s and their families
- Improved outcomes by administering restorative and rehabilitative care to individuals with issues such as MS and Parkinson’s Disease.
- Monitored patients for signs of insufficient care, abuse, or other reportable concerns.
- Protected patients from direct harm or infection risks by practicing universal precautions.
- Supported personal needs by handling household services such as meal preparation and light cleaning.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels and report any changes to the nurse promptly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Silver Stream Nursing Facility
Penllyn, PA
12.2001 - 06.2007
- Protected patients by monitoring conditions and promptly reporting problems to RNs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Documented actions, vitals, weights, and patient care task in patient log
- Moved patients between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations smoothly.
- Maintained safety standards with proper handling and disposal of biomedical waste.
- Offered support, companionship, and stimulation through conversation and recreation.
- Improved patient quality of life by assisting with daily living activities.
- Tracked conditions and behaviors, updated records, and immediately reported notable changes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient assistance and safety standards.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall patient safety.
Janitorial Contractor
American Center for Technical Arts & Science
Philadelphia, PA
04.2001 - 10.2001
- Determined work required for each job, estimating time and labor required to meet targets.
- Utilized research and evidence-based practices to support improvement in clinical care.
- Clean classrooms,bathrooms,and cafeteria
- Supervised daily cleaning operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, identifying areas for improvement in cleanliness.
- Streamlined workflow processes by organizing cleaning supplies and equipment effectively, optimizing team efficiency.
- Reduced the spread of germs and infections by thoroughly disinfecting high-touch surfaces daily.
Education
National Certified phlebotomist Technician - Phlebotomy
Star Career Academy
Philadelphia, PA06-2013
Arts - undefined
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA05-2012
Diploma in Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
American Center for Technical Arts & Science
Philadelphia, PA10-2001
Certificate - Real Estate Laws
Philadelphia Real Estate School
Philadelphia, PA12-2023
Skills
- Team player/ Good sportsmanship
- Condition monitor
- Admitting support
- Family relations
- Great at working independently/with others
- Great at time management/travel management
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
Timeline
CNA
Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center
03.2026 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Abington Jefferson Hospital
06.2007 - 11.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Silver Stream Nursing Facility
12.2001 - 06.2007
Janitorial Contractor
American Center for Technical Arts & Science
04.2001 - 10.2001
Arts - undefined
Community College of Philadelphia
Diploma in Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
American Center for Technical Arts & Science
National Certified phlebotomist Technician - Phlebotomy
Star Career Academy
Certificate - Real Estate Laws
Philadelphia Real Estate School