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JoHanna Taylor

Newark

Summary

Proactive worker with extensive experience in pediatric, Geriatric and Mental Health Care. Aiming to providing excellent patient care and safety precautions.

Strong analytical communication and team work skills for effective patient care coordination. Committed to maintaining high standards of care and learning new skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Excell Care at Newark
09.2023 - Current
  • 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.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Exceptional Care For Children
01.2022 - 11.2024

Enhanced team efficiency by working with adolescence with tracheostomies, tube feeds, heart monitors, and major surgery's because of previous experiences.

  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Twin Pines Nursing & Rehab Center
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

TBM Health Services
08.2020 - 03.2022
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by quickly acclimating to new healthcare environments, policies, and procedures during various travel assignments.
  • Enhanced patient comfort levels through attentive personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility assistance.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols to minimize the spread of illness within healthcare facilities.
  • Collaborated with fellow CNAs to develop efficient care routines that maximized productivity while maintaining a high standard of care in each facility visited during travels.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brandywine Nursing And Rehab
04.2017 - 09.2020
  • Performed routine physical assessments on assigned patients, identifying changes in condition that required immediate attention from supervising nurse.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers by regularly repositioning patients and maintaining proper skin care.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Kutz Home
07.2018 - 05.2019
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Maxim Healthcare
01.2014 - 03.2018
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Assisting residents in their home with keeping work areas clean, meal prepping if needed.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Cadia Rehabilitation Center
01.2014 - 12.2016
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
  • providing care for adults with tracheotomy's bathing and grooming

Certified Nursing Assistant

Arbors at New Castle
09.2013 - 12.2013
  • Utilized proper body mechanics during transfers and positioning, ensuring patient safety while minimizing risk of injury.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, muscular dystrophy and alzheimer's disease.
  • Supported needs of 15+ residents under long-term care.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Delaware Psychiatric Center
03.2006 - 07.2012
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Conducted regular 15 min. rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Worked in long term care and with level 5 criminals with mental Health diagnosis such as bipolar, schizophrenia, pleaded insanity in the court of law.

Education

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

Dawn Career Institute
Wilmington, DE
04-2004

High School Diploma -

Glasgow High School
Newark, DE
06-2003

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Safety precautions
  • Geriatric care
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Pediatric care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's care
  • Collecting specimens
  • G-tube care
  • Vital sign recording
  • CNA certification

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Excell Care at Newark
09.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Twin Pines Nursing & Rehab Center
11.2022 - 02.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Exceptional Care For Children
01.2022 - 11.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

TBM Health Services
08.2020 - 03.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Kutz Home
07.2018 - 05.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brandywine Nursing And Rehab
04.2017 - 09.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Maxim Healthcare
01.2014 - 03.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Cadia Rehabilitation Center
01.2014 - 12.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Arbors at New Castle
09.2013 - 12.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

Delaware Psychiatric Center
03.2006 - 07.2012

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

Dawn Career Institute

High School Diploma -

Glasgow High School
JoHanna Taylor