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Nicholas Houchin

Bloomington

Summary

Proficient and caring Qualified Medication Aide offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Cedar Creek Assisted Living
01.2023 - Current
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.

CNA

Arrow Senior Living
10.2019 - 01.2023
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Supported needs of 60+ residents under long-term care.

Landscaper

Nolan's Lawn Care
03.2018 - 08.2019
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.

Education

High School Diploma -

Martinsville High School
Martinsville, IN
05-2016

Skills

  • Medication assistance
  • Patient care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Active listening
  • Patient advocacy
  • Vital signs monitoring

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • QMA - Qualified Medication Aide

Timeline

CNA

Cedar Creek Assisted Living
01.2023 - Current

CNA

Arrow Senior Living
10.2019 - 01.2023

Landscaper

Nolan's Lawn Care
03.2018 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

Martinsville High School
Nicholas Houchin