Lynn Rivers
77 North Hills Ave. Apt. 2, Glenside
Summary
With a proven track record of being a Certified Nursing assistant since 2015, I excel in delivering compassionate end-of-life support and maintaining dignity for patients. My expertise in vital signs monitoring and adaptability ensures high-quality palliative care. Achievements include significantly enhancing patient comfort and well-being through personalized care and effective communication.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
ACTS
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Provided end-of-life care for patients while respecting their dignity and personal wishes, allowing them to pass comfortably.
- Prevented bedsores and other complications by regularly repositioning patients and maintaining proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding while preserving their autonomy whenever possible.
- Recognized individual cultural, religious, and spiritual beliefs when delivering care, creating a respectful and inclusive environment for patients and families.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical intervention when necessary.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records, ensuring thorough communication between all healthcare providers involved in the patient''s care.
- Adapted care routines based on individual patient preferences, promoting a sense of control over their environment during end-of-life stages.
- Enhanced quality of life for terminally ill patients by addressing their emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.
- Demonstrated flexibility in scheduling availability by working evenings, weekends, holidays as needed to accommodate changing staffing requirements at various hospice facilities within the region.
Certified Nursing Assistant
All American Staffing
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Server
Recruits One
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wyndmoor Hills
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Arberly Lutheran
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Provided end-of-life care for patients while respecting their dignity and personal wishes, allowing them to pass comfortably.
- Prevented bedsores and other complications by regularly repositioning patients and maintaining proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding while preserving their autonomy whenever possible.
- Recognized individual cultural, religious, and spiritual beliefs when delivering care, creating a respectful and inclusive environment for patients and families.
Education
Diploma - Central Processing And Sterlization
Philadelphia Technician Training Institute
Philadelphia, PA05-2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Adaptable to change
- Professional boundaries
- Medical documentation
- Feeding assistance
- Palliative care expertise
- First aid and CPR
- Toileting assistance
- End-of-life support
- Bathing and hygiene
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Patient-focused care
- Recording vital signs
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Healthcare Sterile Processing Associate
A Sterile Processing Technician, or Central Service Technician, plays a critical role in the sanitation and infection control efforts of a healthcare facility. Their duties include sterilizing instruments and equipment, processing and maintaining inventory and fulfilling supply requests.
Timeline
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
ACTS
01.2023 - 02.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
All American Staffing
02.2021 - 12.2022
Server
Recruits One
05.2019 - 02.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wyndmoor Hills
01.2017 - 04.2019
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Arberly Lutheran
06.2014 - 12.2016
Diploma - Central Processing And Sterlization
Philadelphia Technician Training Institute
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