Misty Cook
Lawndale
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in patient care and healthcare compliance, demonstrating proficiency in vital signs monitoring and medication administration. Recognized signs of abuse and neglect, ensuring timely reporting per established policies. Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes while maintaining a clean and safe environment through adherence to infection control protocols. Developed and implemented resident care plans that prioritized safety, comfort, and well-being, contributing to improved quality of care.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
The Greens Care And Rehabilitation Centre
Lincolnton
05.2024 - Current
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Resident Care Director
Terra Bella Shelby
Shelby
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Implemented quality assurance programs to promote best practices in resident care.
- Coordinated with medical professionals to manage residents' health care needs.
- Evaluated the performance of staff members and provided feedback as necessary.
- Scheduled shifts for nursing personnel according to established guidelines.
- Collaborated with other departments such as housekeeping and maintenance on a regular basis.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal laws related to healthcare facilities.
- Investigated incidents or accidents involving residents or personnel immediately.
- Assisted the nursing team in providing direct patient care when needed.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding resident services promptly and efficiently.
- Created and implemented resident care plans to ensure safety, comfort, and well-being.
- Conducted interviews with potential employees to assess qualifications.
- Assigned duties to nursing assistants based on their skillset and experience level.
- Maintained accurate records of all patients' treatments, medications, therapies.
- Monitored medication administration and documented any changes in residents' conditions.
- Provided oversight of staff members and ensured compliance with policies and regulations.
- Worked with outside agencies to improve care for residents.
- Completed regular audits of charts and medication to assess compliance with facility standards and legal guidelines.
- Assessed new and readmitted patients for medical concerns and risks.
Resident Care Coordinator
Affinity Living Group
Cherryville
04.2012 - 03.2021
- Encouraged socialization among residents through various recreational activities.
- Maintained confidentiality of all resident information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Facilitated staff meetings to discuss resident's progress and any concerns that may arise.
- Conducted regular rounds of the facility to ensure quality of care standards were met.
- Provided support and guidance to residents in daily living activities.
- Educated family members about their loved one's condition and treatment plan.
- Managed medication administration program for residents according to physician orders.
- Provided direct care services including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to established policies and procedures.
- Monitored residents' medical records and documented changes in condition or behavior.
- Created an environment that was conducive to physical, mental, emotional, spiritual growth of each resident.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to aging process and gerontology topics.
- Served as a liaison between families and guardians and healthcare providers.
- Assisted physicians with treatments orders when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols, infection control procedures, and other policies and regulations.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Developed and implemented resident care plans to meet individual needs.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities as designated in care plans.
- Preserved patient dignity and rights and demonstrated sensitivity to cultural diversity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gaston College
Dallas, NC06-2025
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care plans
- Medication administration
- Healthcare compliance
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Patient care
- Medication assistance
Timeline
CNA
The Greens Care And Rehabilitation Centre
05.2024 - Current
Resident Care Director
Terra Bella Shelby
03.2021 - 05.2024
Resident Care Coordinator
Affinity Living Group
04.2012 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Gaston College