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Verna Johnson Brown

Middletown

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.

Patient-focused professional offers support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical and post-op cases in medical center environments. Delivers customized education to patients of diverse conditions and backgrounds. Excellent decision-making, time management and communication skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
3996
3996
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Christiana Care Health System
Newark
04.2013 - Current
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
  • Educated patients on post-care procedures and wellness practices.
  • Supported mobility by assisting patients during transfers and ambulation.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Wilmington Health Nursing and Rehabilitation
Wilmington
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.

Food Service Worker

Red Clay Consolidated School District
Wilmington
08.2011 - 10.2023
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals to students and staff daily.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of food service areas and equipment.
  • Assisted in inventory management and stock rotation of food supplies.
  • Followed safety and sanitation guidelines to uphold health standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient meal service operations.
  • Supported special dietary needs by preparing customized meals for students.
  • Engaged with students during meal times to foster a welcoming environment.
  • Trained new staff on food preparation processes and safety protocols.
  • Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
  • Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
  • Performed variety of duties related to food service.
  • Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
  • Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
  • Set up, restocked and cleaned dining areas.
  • Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
  • Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
  • Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with customers and co-workers.
  • Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
  • Received food orders from individuals and explained offerings.

Caregiver

Senior Helpers
Wilmington
07.2009 - 04.2013
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Communicated effectively with families regarding client health and progress.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety in client environments to prevent hazards.
  • Documented care activities accurately to ensure compliance with care plans.
  • Coordinated transportation for clients to appointments and social events.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address client-specific needs and concerns.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.

Education

Jefferson High School
Scottsdale, AZ

Catering

Saunders Catering
07.1991 - 07.1992

Ewarton High School
St Catherine , Jamaica

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Electronic health records
  • Patient education
  • Assistive mobility support
  • Infection control procedures
  • Patient engagement
  • Care plan implementation
  • Nutritional knowledge
  • Safety protocols
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Mobility assistance
  • Mobility assistance aptitude
  • Corrective action planning

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • CPR

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Wilmington Health Nursing and Rehabilitation
04.2024 - 10.2024

Patient Care Technician

Christiana Care Health System
04.2013 - Current

Food Service Worker

Red Clay Consolidated School District
08.2011 - 10.2023

Caregiver

Senior Helpers
07.2009 - 04.2013

Catering

Saunders Catering
07.1991 - 07.1992

Jefferson High School

Ewarton High School

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