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Hi, I’m
Amy Johnson
Chanute,KS
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Summary
Skilled CNA with over 20 years in diverse healthcare settings, and patient support. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through compassionate care and effective communication, ready to contribute to a supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
1
Language
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Clipboard HealthTRAVEL AGENCY, VARIES
CNA
01.2026 - Current
Job overview
- I MYSELF TRAVEL TO DIFFERENT AREAS , TOWNS, CITIES I MYSELF HAVE BEEN TRAVELING FOR AGENCIES FOR ABOUT 8YRS-I LOVE IT- I WOULD LOVE TO TRY CONTRACT WORK- I HAVE BEEN A CNA SINCE YR 1999 AND A CMA SINCE YR 2000 - I HAVE MANY YRS OF EXPERIENCE. HOSPITAL SETTINGS, LONG TERM, PSYCH, ASSISTED LIVING , HOME CARE, YOU NAME IT I HAVE PROBABLY DONE IT- MED -SURG IS WHERE I STARTED OFF WORKING AT FOR 8YRS THEN I STOPPED TO TAKE CARE OF MY FATHER IN LAW WHOM WAS ON DIALYSIS 3XS A WEEK- , THEN I MOVED TO THE CITY AND WORKED LONG TERM AND ASSISTED LIVING WHICH I PASSED MEDS AND WAS A CNA - THEN I MOVED BACK TO MY HOME TOWN AND WENT AND WORKED GERI -PYSCH WHICH I TOTALLY LOVE PSYCH- WHICH I DID THAT FOR A FEW YRS UNTIL I WAS OFFERED BACK A JOB CLOSER TO HOME WHICH WAS ASSISTED LIVING PASSING MEDS- NOT MUCH MONEY SO I DECIDED TO TRAVEL WHICH I LOVE WHEN I TRAVEL I GO TO A FACILITY I JUST LOVE AND USUALLY WORK THE BEHAVIOR UNIT ITS WHERE I FEEL I BELONG AND DO WELL - ANOTHER PLACE WAS ANATHER PSYCH MEDICOLOGE I TRAVELED TO I JUST LOVED I WENT THERE QUITE OFTEN
- Provided compassionate care to patients in various healthcare settings.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Provided compassionate care to patients in various healthcare settings.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Provided compassionate care to patients in various healthcare settings.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
GUEST HOME ESTATES 11Chanute, Kansas
CNA/Advanced CMA
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas and equipment.
- Documented care provided and updated resident records accurately.
- Educated residents on health and wellness topics during daily interactions.
- Responded to emergencies and ensured proper protocols were followed consistently.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output according to nursing staff guidelines.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Organized and supported residents in participating in daily activities to enhance engagement. of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents in walking with support or mobility aids to promote independence. with or without self-help devices.
- Utilized mobility devices to assist patients in moving safely around the facility. to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Responded promptly to signal lights to assess and address resident needs, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Managed patient bedpans by supplying, collecting, and emptying them regularly for hygiene. patient bedpans on a frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
GIRARD MEDICAL CENTERGirard, KS
GERI -PSYCH
03.2012 - 07.2014
Job overview
- I WORKED IN GERI- PSYCH AND JUST LOVED IT A NEW CHALLENGE EVERY DAY
NMRMCChanute, Kansas
CNA
02.2000 - 03.2006
Job overview
- I WORKED ON MEDICAL- SURGICAL FLOOR AS A CNA- THEN AFTER A FEW YEARS OF BEING IN THE HOSPITAL I FLOATED OUT TO SEVERAL DEPARTMENTS AND HELPED THE E.R., ICU, OB, AND OUT PATIENT SURGERY I LOVED WORKING THE HOSPITAL SETTING
Education
CHANUTE HIGH SCHOOLChanute, KS
High School Diploma
05-1997
NCCCChanute, KS
Some College (No Degree) from COLLEGE
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient record keeping
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Emergency response
- Chronic disease management
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- CNA 1999
- CMA 2000
Timeline
CNA
Clipboard Health
01.2026 - Current
CNA/Advanced CMA
GUEST HOME ESTATES 11
04.2023 - Current
GERI -PSYCH
GIRARD MEDICAL CENTER
03.2012 - 07.2014
CNA
NMRMC
02.2000 - 03.2006
CHANUTE HIGH SCHOOL
High School Diploma
NCCC
Some College (No Degree) from COLLEGE