Abigail Hobson
Boonville
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Mountain Valley Hospice and Pallative Care
01.2024 - Current
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- 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.
- Providing companionship for those by providing end of life care.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Upheld ethical principles surrounding confidentiality and patient autonomy throughout all interactions with patients, families, colleagues, or other stakeholders involved in hospice care.
- Ensured continuity of care by accurately documenting patient progress, observations, interventions, and outcomes in medical records.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between different stages of hospice care by effectively coordinating with other aides, nurses, social workers, physicians, and volunteers.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
Activity Director
Integrity
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
- Drafted budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities.
- Enhanced resident engagement by planning and executing diverse recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
- Implemented creative marketing strategies to promote upcoming events and encourage maximum participation from residents.
- Boosted social interaction among residents through organizing regular events, outings, and group activities.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
CNA
Trinity Elms Health And Rehab
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
CNA
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Child Watch Specialist
Yadkin Family YMCA
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
- Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
Education
No Degree - Medical Billing And Coding Specialist
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC03-2025
High School Diploma -
Starmount High School
Boonville, NC12.2019
Skills
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Observation Documentation
- Mobility Assistance
- Bedsore Prevention
- Fluid Measurement
- Vital Signs Collection
- Linen Replacements
- Feeding Assistance
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Surgical Preparation
- Emotional and Social Support
- Catheter Care
- Proficient in medical terminology
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Mountain Valley Hospice and Pallative Care
01.2024 - Current
Activity Director
Integrity
06.2022 - 09.2023
CNA
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
06.2021 - 10.2021
CNA
Trinity Elms Health And Rehab
04.2020 - 05.2022
Child Watch Specialist
Yadkin Family YMCA
01.2020 - 08.2020
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
No Degree - Medical Billing And Coding Specialist
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
High School Diploma -
Starmount High School
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