Skylar Jackson
Newport
Summary
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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Walnut Ridge Assistant Living
Walnut Cove
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
CNA
Brookedale Assisted Living
Morehead City
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
CNA
Mountain Valley Assisted Living
King
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
CNA
Universal Healthcare
King
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
PCA
Home Word of Mouth
Lewisville
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
PCA/Medication Technician
Peace Lilly Group Home
Dobson
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
- Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
Universal Healthcare
King, NC01-2023
High School Diploma -
West Stokes High School
King, NC06-2020
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Care plan implementation
- Wound care
- Medical charting
- Patient transportation
- Problem solving
- Emotional support
- Supply restocking
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- I enjoy reading and spending time with 2-year-old nephew.
Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certification
Timeline
CNA
Walnut Ridge Assistant Living
05.2024 - 04.2025
CNA
Brookedale Assisted Living
03.2024 - 05.2024
CNA
Mountain Valley Assisted Living
10.2023 - 03.2024
CNA
Universal Healthcare
01.2023 - 08.2023
PCA
Home Word of Mouth
11.2021 - 08.2023
PCA/Medication Technician
Peace Lilly Group Home
11.2020 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
Universal Healthcare
High School Diploma -
West Stokes High School
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