Liana Cotton
Brandon
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, enhancing patient care through effective communication and safety measures. Skilled in vital sign monitoring and electronic charting, I consistently advocate for patient needs, contributing to improved satisfaction and quality of care.
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Jackson, MS
10.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Trained and mentored new nursing assistants on best practices and protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with medical regulations.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Methodist Hospital
Germantown, TN
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by implementing streamlined documentation processes.
- Advocated for patient needs, facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Led initiatives to improve patient satisfaction through personalized care approaches.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Vaterott College
Memphis, TN06-2019
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Basic life support
- Bedside manner
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
10.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Methodist Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2020
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Vaterott College