Amy Thorpe
Wheeling
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Peterson Rehabilitation and Geriatric Center, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while fostering emotional support. Recognized for effective time management and collaboration with healthcare teams to implement tailored care plans.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Peterson Rehabilitation and Geriatric Center
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to enhance hygiene standards.
- Documented patient progress accurately in medical records for effective communication.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Educated patients on health management strategies, promoting self-care practices.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care techniques.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- 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.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Assisted in emergencies under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- 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.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Supported the needs of 22 + residents under long-term care.
Waitress
Uncle Pete's
09.2018 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for all guests.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, balancing order taking and food delivery during peak hours.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order preparation and presentation.
- Trained new waitstaff on menu details, service protocols, and customer engagement techniques.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and processed payments using POS systems effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, adhering to health and safety standards consistently.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
LPN Intern
Wetzel County Hospital
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks and daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to supervising nurses.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Supported patients with mobility and personal hygiene needs.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control standards consistently.
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and transferring.
- Developed professional relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication to enhance care plans.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by following infection control protocols and adhering to facility guidelines.
- Promoted teamwork within the nursing unit by offering assistance as needed to fellow LPN interns or other staff members.
- Administered medication accurately under the supervision of an LPN, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to physician orders.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
LPN Intern
WVU Wheeling Hospital
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality care delivery.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
- Assisted with wound care management under the guidance of an LPN, promoting proper healing and preventing complications.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any significant changes or concerns to supervising staff members for timely intervention.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to nursing care for diverse patient populations.
- Ensured continuity of care during shift transitions through detailed report handoffs highlighting essential updates on each assigned patient.
- Demonstrated adaptability by rotating through multiple clinical settings during internship, gaining exposure to various healthcare environments and expanding skillset.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - LPN
West Virginia Northern Community College
New Martinsville, WV05-2025
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
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Problem-solving
- Patient advocacy
- Health monitoring
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Medication assistance
- Safety precautions
- Patient-focused care
- Electronic charting
- Ambulation assistance
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Patient relationship building
- Inpatient care
- Healthcare ethics
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR/AED American Heart Associated License
Timeline
LPN Intern
Wetzel County Hospital
08.2025 - 12.2025
LPN Intern
WVU Wheeling Hospital
08.2024 - 03.2025
CNA
Peterson Rehabilitation and Geriatric Center
07.2021 - Current
Waitress
Uncle Pete's
09.2018 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - LPN
West Virginia Northern Community College