Amie Barker
Kingwood,TX
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Proficient and caring nursing team member 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. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fleur Heights Care Center
08.2023 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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 with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Patient Care Technician
Immanuel Pathways
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Urbandale Health Care Center
12.2020 - 07.2022
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Patient Care Technician
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
Education
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nursing
Nightingale College
Ogden, UT04.2024
High School Diploma -
Denison High School
Denison, IA10.2013
Associate of Science - Certified Nurse Assistant
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA10.2013
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Specimen collection
- Infection Prevention
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Infection Control Standards
- High Level of Autonomy
- Emergency Response
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Professionalism
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Active Listening
- Infection Control
- Catheter Care
- EKG Interpretation
- Oxygen Therapy
- Medical Terminology
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Empathy and Compassion
- Basic Life Support
- First Aid Certification
- Patient Positioning
- Biohazard Disposal
- HIPAA Compliance
- Bedsore Prevention
- Emotional Support
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fleur Heights Care Center
08.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Immanuel Pathways
07.2021 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Urbandale Health Care Center
12.2020 - 07.2022
Patient Care Technician
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
12.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nursing
Nightingale College
High School Diploma -
Denison High School
Associate of Science - Certified Nurse Assistant
Des Moines Area Community College
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