Delois Colston

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including LTACH, long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.

Patient Care Tech/CNA - PAM SPECIALTY HOSPITAL - Oklahoma City

(2024-12)

• Facilitated patient comfort and well-being by assisting with essential daily living activities including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and eating.
• Enhanced patient mobility and skin integrity by aiding with transfers, walking, and repositioning to prevent complications such as bedsores.
• Accurately measured and meticulously recorded vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure, ensuring precise patient monitoring.
• Maintained vigilance over patient conditions, promptly reporting any observed abnormalities or changes to the nursing staff.
• Documented all care activities and patient status with high accuracy within the electronic health record system.
• Provided essential support in ICU rooms when necessary, adapting to critical care demands.
• Performed all other assigned duties within the defined scope of practice and training, under supervisor guidance.
• Managed linen hamper and trash disposal efficiently.
• Ensured equipment sanitation and readiness for subsequent use through thorough cleaning.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Mid-Del Skilled Nursing & Therapy - Del City

(2023-05 - 2024-11)

Provided comprehensive care for individuals with complex conditions, including dementia, Alzheimer's disease, physical disabilities, postoperative recovery needs, and convalescents.

• Accurately measured and documented patient vital signs, encompassing temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rates.
• Maintained a clean and organized patient environment by cleaning rooms, changing linens, and attending to patients' personal comfort and hygiene.
• Implemented preventative measures for skin integrity by repositioning bedridden patients.
• Assisted patients with meal preparation and feeding, meticulously recording food and liquid intake and output to support nutritional management.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Kingwood Skilled Nursing & Therapy - Oklahoma City

(2022-02 - 2023-07)

Delivered specialized care to patients diagnosed with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, physical disabilities, and those requiring postoperative or convalescent support.

• Recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rates, with precision.
• Prevented the development of pressure ulcers by regularly turning and repositioning bedfast patients.
• Prepared and served meals, or assisted patients with feeding, while diligently documenting all food and liquid intake and output.

Infant Teacher/Toddler Teacher/Floater - Chauncey Cher Dena's Preschool - Oklahoma City

(2016-09 - 2020-03)

• Supervised and ensured the safety and well-being of children within the facility.
• Administered bottles to infants according to parental instructions.
• Facilitated safe play environments for infants with age-appropriate toys.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization in play, sleep, and changing areas.
• Prepared nutritious meals and organized mealtimes and snacks for children.
• Assisted children in maintaining good hygiene practices.
• Changed diapers for infants and toddlers consistently.
• Established daily schedules and routines that balanced physical activity, rest, and playtime.
• Monitored children for signs of developmental or emotional concerns, reporting any issues to parents promptly.

CNA - University Park Nursing & Rehabilitation - Waco

(2014-11 - 2016-03)

• Supported patients in their daily living activities, fostering a sense of independence and preserving dignity.
• Promoted optimal oral and personal hygiene by assisting patients with essential tasks such as shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Uphold patient information confidentiality in strict accordance with HIPAA regulations while effectively communicating critical updates to team members.
• Responded promptly to call lights and ensured patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Facilitated nutritional goals by assisting with feeding and carefully monitoring patient intake.
• Enforced infection control protocols facility-wide through rigorous hand hygiene and appropriate use of personal protective equipment.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - LAKESHORE VILLAGE - Waco

(2014-11 - 2016-02)

Provided care for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, physical disabilities, those undergoing post-operative recovery, and convalescents.

• Recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rates, with accuracy.
• Maintained patient room cleanliness, changed bed linens, and ensured patients' comfort and personal hygiene.
• Prevented bedsores by regularly turning and repositioning bedfast patients.
• Prepared and served meals, or assisted patients with feeding, while accurately recording food and liquid intake and output.

Acma - Wellington Park Assisted Living - Oklahoma City

(2011-10 - 2014-11)

• Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements, and monitored glucose levels and overall patient well-being.
• Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations during all medication handling and administration processes.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming, and feeding, aiding them in overcoming and adapting to mobility limitations.
• Ensured patient safety by applying comprehensive knowledge of medication interactions and contraindications.
• Maintained a high standard of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area to minimize risks of cross-contamination or mixups.

Certified Nursing Assistant in Nursing Assistant - Bridges Health - Oklahoma City, OK

(2022-02 - 2022-07)

Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide in Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide - Metro Tech - Oklahoma City, OK

(2002-02 - 2002-08)

Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant - Bridges Health (2022-02 - 2022-07)

Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide - Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide - Metro Tech (2002-02 - 2002-08)

GED - Guthrie, OK (1998-07)

High school diploma - Basics - Del City High School (1996-05)