Jodi thibodeaux
Welsh
Summary
Proficient in patient care and daily living assistance, ensuring comfort and safety through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to uphold high standards of care. Consistently recognized for dedication to patient well-being and quality service delivery.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
PLATINUM HEALTH CARE
01.2019 - Current
- Supported patients in daily living activities to promote independence and dignity.
- Monitored patient vitals including temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Facilitated good oral and personal hygiene through assistance with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered compassionate care to enhance overall patient satisfaction.
CNA
Golden Age Of Welsh
03.2012 - 04.2019
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- 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.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- 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.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
CNA
Camelot Brookside
02.2010 - 04.2012
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
CNA
Jennings Guest House
06.2008 - 04.2010
- 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 patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
MHT (Mental Health Tech)
West End Hospital
01.2007 - 02.2008
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Combat Medic (68W)
US Army
08.1992 - 12.2006
- Assisted in the development and execution of realistic training scenarios simulating battlefield injuries, honing both individual proficiencies and collective teamwork capabilities within the unit.
- Served as a trusted advisor for unit leaders on healthcare-related matters, leveraging medical expertise to promote informed decision-making during critical situations.
- Contributed to the overall health of unit members through conducting routine medical evaluations, immunizations, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Ensured the proper handling of sensitive medical information by adhering to strict privacy regulations and maintaining detailed patient records.
- Recognized and treated medical conditions with proven techniques, equipment, and knowledge of medical and military protocols.
- Completed patient care reports and checklists of daily duties per established military practices, guidelines, and regulations.
- Delivered emergency medical treatment at point of wounding on combat battlefields.
- Continuously updated clinical skills and knowledge base by attending relevant military courses, seminars, and workshops, ensuring the delivery of best-practice care at all times.
Education
No Degree - Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy
Academy of Acadiana
Lake Charles, LA11-2022
No Degree - CNA Certification
CB Nurse Aide Training
Killeen, TX09-2005
High School Diploma -
Jennings High School
Jennings, LA05-1992
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Patient advocacy
- Lifting and transferring
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Bedside manner
Certification
- Licensed National Registered Certified Phlebotomy Technician - 8/9/2024 to 8/15/2025 License # 242364
- Certified Nursing Assistant from September 2005 to Current License #255102
- CPR/BLS American Heart Association eCard code 235417793806 Current. Expiration Date: 6/2025
National Associations For Health Professionals
Nationally Registered Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
CNA
PLATINUM HEALTH CARE
01.2019 - Current
CNA
Golden Age Of Welsh
03.2012 - 04.2019
CNA
Camelot Brookside
02.2010 - 04.2012
CNA
Jennings Guest House
06.2008 - 04.2010
MHT (Mental Health Tech)
West End Hospital
01.2007 - 02.2008
Combat Medic (68W)
US Army
08.1992 - 12.2006
No Degree - Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy
Academy of Acadiana
No Degree - CNA Certification
CB Nurse Aide Training
High School Diploma -
Jennings High School
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