Laura Thompson
Denver
Summary
Dedicated CNA with a proven track record of enhancing patient satisfaction and safety at Advent Health Hospital. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication, effectively improved patient well-being while maintaining confidentiality. Demonstrated adaptability across various units, contributing to a positive team culture and patient-focused care.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Diligent with background in providing compassionate patient care and assistance with daily activities. Successfully supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare services. Demonstrated exceptional communication and patient management skills, ensuring comfort and well-being.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Advent Health Hospital
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA, Float Pool
Saint Anthony's Medical Center
05.2016 - 05.2024
- Improved patient safety by performing regular room checks to ensure a clean, hazard-free environment was maintained at all times.
- Reduced fall incidents by regularly monitoring patients'' movements and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between various units within the hospital based on fluctuating staffing needs.
- Supported patients'' mobility by safely transferring them to and from beds, wheelchairs, or other equipment.
- Enhanced the overall well-being of patients through assisting with personal hygiene tasks and grooming.
- Supported continuity of care by effectively communicating patient updates during shift handoffs with fellow CNAs and nursing staff members.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures to ensure proper healing and infection control measures were followed.
- Contributed to a positive team culture by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing ideas for process improvements, and providing constructive feedback to colleagues.
- Assisted nurses during medical emergencies by providing prompt response time and following established guidelines for patient care procedures.
CNA
University of Colorado Hospital
09.2015 - 09.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Ann Rose CNA Nursing School
Westminster, CO01-2013
High School Diploma -
Saint Vincent Instatute
Maribojoc Bohol Philippines03-1995
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Toileting assistance
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- End of life care
- Patient-focused care
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT) - National Healthcareer Association.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
CNA
Advent Health Hospital
11.2024 - Current
CNA, Float Pool
Saint Anthony's Medical Center
05.2016 - 05.2024
CNA
University of Colorado Hospital
09.2015 - 09.2020
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT) - National Healthcareer Association.
Associate of Arts -
Ann Rose CNA Nursing School
High School Diploma -
Saint Vincent Instatute
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