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Makayla Andrews

Norwood

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Atrium Health Union, skilled in patient care and collecting vital signs. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective communication. Adept at maintaining safety precautions and promoting dignity in care, ensuring a positive environment for patients and families alike.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Atrium Health Union
05.2024 - 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Supervisor/Med-tech

Spring Arbor of Albemarle
06.2023 - Current
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Certified Nursing Assistant

BAYADA
04.2024 - 09.2024
  • 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.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.

Supervisor/Med-tech

North Pointe of Asheboro
11.2021 - 06.2023
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.

Personal Care Assistant

Sandy Ridge Memory Care
09.2020 - 11.2021
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.

Personal Care Assistant

All Generations Home Health
03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Sandwich Artist

Subway
01.2019 - 07.2019
  • Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
  • Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
  • Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
  • Increased speed of service through effective multitasking and time management skills.

Education

No Degree - General Studies

Montgomery Community College
Troy, NC

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC

High School Diploma -

East Montgomery High School
Biscoe, NC
06-2019

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bathing assistance
  • Compassionate
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Basic life support
  • Bedside manner
  • Safety precautions
  • Electronic charting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Patient-focused care
  • Medical terminology
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Positioning patients
  • End-of-life care
  • Adaptable
  • Patient lifting
  • Transfer techniques
  • Urinary catheter care
  • Geriatric care
  • Inpatient care
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Colostomy care
  • Light housekeeping
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Valid [state] driver's license
  • Restraint application

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Atrium Health Union
05.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

BAYADA
04.2024 - 09.2024

Supervisor/Med-tech

Spring Arbor of Albemarle
06.2023 - Current

Supervisor/Med-tech

North Pointe of Asheboro
11.2021 - 06.2023

Personal Care Assistant

All Generations Home Health
03.2021 - 08.2021

Personal Care Assistant

Sandy Ridge Memory Care
09.2020 - 11.2021

Sandwich Artist

Subway
01.2019 - 07.2019

No Degree - General Studies

Montgomery Community College

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Western Carolina University

High School Diploma -

East Montgomery High School

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