Steven Brank
Leicester
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with excellent experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Cross Country Healthcare
10.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
CNA
Medical One Staffing
10.2022 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 30-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
Travel CNA
Primetime Health Care
06.2022 - 10.2022
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 30-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Travel CNA
Aequor Healthcare Services
11.2021 - 05.2022
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 40-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
Travel CNA
Primetime Healthcare
07.2021 - 10.2021
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 40-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
Travel CNA
Primetime Healthcare
04.2021 - 07.2021
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 50-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
CNA
Advent Hospital
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 40-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
Hct
Blue Ridge Home
03.1992 - 07.1999
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing empathetic and compassionate support in daily activities.
- Reduced patient anxiety through active listening, problem-solving, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Improved patient outcomes with accurate documentation of mental health symptoms and progress.
- Enhanced medication adherence with thorough education on side effects, dosing schedules, and potential interactions.
- Encouraged self-care among patients by teaching coping strategies, stress management techniques, and relaxation exercises.
Group Home Worker
Black Mountain Center
07.1999 - 01.2005
- Collaborated with case managers and healthcare professionals to ensure the highest quality of care was provided at all times.
- Developed strong relationships with residents, fostering trust and open communication.
- Provided transportation to medical appointments, social outings, and other necessary engagements for group home residents.
- Prepared healthy meals, maintained clean environments and laundered clothes.
- Assisted patients with personal care, social interaction and emotional support.
- Administered first aid and CPR in emergency situations.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Group Home Worker
Wnc Group Homes
02.2005 - 02.2009
- Developed strong relationships with residents, fostering trust and open communication.
- Administered first aid and CPR in emergency situations.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Assisted patients with personal care, social interaction and emotional support.
- Prepared healthy meals, maintained clean environments and laundered clothes.
- Organized and provided medication at set times.
Group Home Manager
Henning And Associates
02.2009 - 07.2014
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Reduced staff turnover by providing comprehensive training programs and fostering a supportive work environment.
- Increased resident satisfaction with daily activities by tailoring programming to individual interests and needs.
- Ensured safety and well-being of residents, conducting regular home inspections and coordinating necessary maintenance.
- Ensured proper medication administration for all residents through close coordination with healthcare providers and careful record-keeping practices.
- Mentored new staff members, providing support and guidance in order to foster professional growth and development within their roles.
- Assisted residents with basic hygiene and healthcare needs.
- Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
- Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries by tracking use and placing new orders.
- Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
- Offered learning opportunities to help residents develop important life skills.
Afl
Davidson Family Services
11.2014 - 08.2018
- Improved patient comfort by providing attentive and personalized care tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced patient recovery through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare team members.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes for patients.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
- Maintained accurate patient records, contributing to efficient care coordination and seamless transitions between providers.
- Ensured a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining equipment cleanliness standards.
- Supported the rehabilitation process by assisting in physical therapy exercises as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Ab Tech
Asheville, NC11.2019
GED -
South Western Community College
Cullowhee, NC01.1997
Skills
- Vital Signs Collection
- Transporting Patients
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Responding to Emergencies
- Patient-Focused Care
- Personal Care Assistance
- Pediatrics
- Catheter Care
- Collecting Specimens
Certification
CPR/BLS 09/2023
Timeline
CNA
Medical One Staffing
10.2022 - Current
CNA
Cross Country Healthcare
10.2022 - Current
Travel CNA
Primetime Health Care
06.2022 - 10.2022
Travel CNA
Aequor Healthcare Services
11.2021 - 05.2022
Travel CNA
Primetime Healthcare
07.2021 - 10.2021
Travel CNA
Primetime Healthcare
04.2021 - 07.2021
CNA
Advent Hospital
01.2019 - 04.2021
Afl
Davidson Family Services
11.2014 - 08.2018
Group Home Manager
Henning And Associates
02.2009 - 07.2014
Group Home Worker
Wnc Group Homes
02.2005 - 02.2009
Group Home Worker
Black Mountain Center
07.1999 - 01.2005
Hct
Blue Ridge Home
03.1992 - 07.1999
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Ab Tech
GED -
South Western Community College
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