Rickkell Ingram
Hattiesburg
Summary
Dedicated CNA-PCA with a proven track record at Merit Health Wesley-BHU, adept in vital signs monitoring and providing compassionate support. Excelled in enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication, significantly improving patient independence and dignity. Skilled in maintaining confidentiality and fostering positive patient environments, consistently achieving care plan targets.
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA-MHT
Ocean Behavioral Hospital
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Document patients coping skills, completing programs
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
CNA-PCA
Parkway Medical Homecare Services
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Conducted routine patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels and heart rate.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Document patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
CNA-PCA
Merit Health Wesley-BHU
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Foster relationships with patients ,caregivers, and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Document patients intake and dietary requirements and assist with feeding
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
CNA
Simply The Best Care, LLC
Hattiesburg, MSPearl River Community College
Hattiesburg10-2013
High School Diploma -
Hattiesburg High School
Hattiesburg, MS05-2010
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Toileting assistance
- Recording vital signs
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Compassionate caregiver
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Companionship and emotional support
- Maintaining privacy
- Conducting intakes
- Vital sign recording
- Documentation expert
- Intake recording
Timeline
CNA-MHT
Ocean Behavioral Hospital
08.2022 - 05.2024
CNA-PCA
Parkway Medical Homecare Services
01.2021 - 06.2022
CNA-PCA
Merit Health Wesley-BHU
09.2017 - 01.2021
CNA
Simply The Best Care, LLC
Pearl River Community College
High School Diploma -
Hattiesburg High School
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