Anna Adams
Bagley,MN
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Competent Facility Director skilled in determining maintenance schedules, managing daily building needs and overseeing key projects. First-rate strengths in planning and decision-making developed over [Number]-year career. Looking for a new role to contribute [Skill], [Skill] and [Skill] abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA MANAGER & PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANT
THE ADAMS' FAMILY HOUSEHOLD
Bemidji, MN
08.2003 - 08.2017
- Accompanied to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Transported from one location to another in an efficient manner.
- Administered medications orally or topically and intravenously as directed by physician orders.
- Communicated regularly with pediatric critical care physicians regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Accomplished financial objectives by forecasting requirements, scheduling expenditures and preparing annual budgets.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
HOPE RISING RANCH & RISING REINS OF HOPE
Bemidji, MN
06.2005 - 06.2016
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive business plan to launch the company.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff members to ensure that operational goals were met.
- Identified potential partnerships to expand the reach of the business.
- Established policies and procedures for efficient workflow management.
- Managed day-to-day activities across multiple departments within the organization.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, best practices and industry developments.
- Delegated assignments and responsibilities to department heads and supervisors.
- Solved organizational and departmental problems by implementing successful corrective action plans.
- Conferred with staff, board members and officials to coordinate activities, resolve problems and discuss issues.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
CHA CERTIFIED HIPPOTHERAPIST
HOPE RISING RANCH & RISING REINS OF HOPE
Bemidji, MN
06.2005 - 06.2016
- Provided Physical and Occupational therapy models to disabled adults and children using equine assisted therapy.
- Identified the therapeutic needs of clients promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Exceeded client satisfaction by finding creative solutions to their therapeutic needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other professionals to discuss and create therapeutic goals for each client.
CHA CERTIFIED EQUINE TRAINER AND RIDING INSTRUCTOR
HOPE RISING RANCH & RISING REINS OF HOPE
Bemidji, MN
06.2005 - 06.2016
- Developed strategies to improve overall health and well-being of horses, particularly over saw the care and management of the rescue horses.
- Assisted in developing training plans for horses to reach specific goals.
- Evaluated equine behavior and performance during training sessions.
- Provided guidance to horse owners on how to properly ride their horses.
- Prepared horses for competitions by ensuring they are fit, healthy, and have been trained according to the rules of competition.
- Conducted regular inspections of tack and equipment used for riding activities.
- Administered vaccinations, deworming medications, and other treatments as necessary.
- Maintained records of medical treatments given to each horse under my supervision.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working with horses in the barn or arena.
- Observed horses in order to detect any signs of illness or injury early on.
- Worked with veterinarians to develop treatment plans for injured or ill rescue horses.
- Scheduled and conducted riding lessons with clients, teaching them basic equestrian and advanced riding skills.
- Trained young horses using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed daily operations at a stable including feeding schedules, stall cleaning duties.
- Organized events related to equine sports such as rodeos or trail rides.
- Created lesson plans based on individual needs of students ranging from beginners to advanced levels.
- Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
- Kept records documenting animal health, diet or behavior.
- Owned and trained many horses in addition to serving as rider and designed exercise training programs for horses preparing them for their individual future skill sets.
- Administered prescribed medications to horses.
- Evaluated each horse to determine temperaments, abilities or aptitude for training.
- Perfected therapy horses training and riding to prepare horses for the intense therapy needs that they would be eventually providing to the ranchs disabled clients.
- Evaluated horses to determine temperaments, abilities or aptitude for training.
- Observed animal physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
- Conducted training programs to develop or maintain desired horse behaviors.
- Advised horse owners regarding purchase of specific horses.
- Retrained horses to break kicking, bolting or other bad habits.
- Trained dogs in human assistance or property protection duties.
- Trained horses or other equines using knowledge of breed characteristics, training methods and performance standards.
- Provided community outreach on animal behavior through information materials and participation in special events.
Education
Certification in Equine Instruction And Riding At Advanced English, Western And Trail Disciplines. - Equestrian Studies
CERTIFIED HORSEMANSHIP ASSOCIATION (CHA)
Oklahoma City, OK05-2005
CERTIFIED EQUINE HIPPOTHERAPIST - PHYSICAL AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
CERTIFIED HORSEMANSHIP ASSOCIATION (CHA)
Oklahoma City, OK05-2005
CERTIFICATION IN CHRISTIAN COUNSELING - Christian Phycology
TENSTRIKE SCHOOL OF MINISTRY
Tenstrike, MN01-2003
Certification in Christian Marriage Counseling - Christian Studies
MARRIAGE MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL
Distance Learning01-2001
Certification And Licensing - Cosmetology Education
NORTHWEST SCHOOL of COSMETOLOGY
Bemidji, MN05-1999
Skills
- CNA Certification
- Medication Administration
- Basic Life Support
- Bedsore Prevention
- Wound Care
- Patient evaluations
- Problem-Solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active Listening
- Emotional and Social Support
- Case Management
- Written Communication
- Self Motivation
- Feeding Tube Management
- Catheter monitoring
- Emotional Intelligence
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Wound care specialist
- Respiratory equipment training
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Compassionate Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Basic nursing care
- Patient Observation
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Education
- Sterilization techniques
- Emergency Response
- Restocking supplies
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Adaptable
- Infection control standards
- Patient positioning understanding
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Corrective Action Planning
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Biohazard Disposal
- Care Monitoring
- Medical Terminology
- Infection Control
- Patient Assessments
- Behavioral Management
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Empathetic and patient
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Direct Patient Care
- Autism spectrum familiarity
- Attention to Detail
- Time management abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Multitasking
- Professional Demeanor
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Reliability
Timeline
FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
HOPE RISING RANCH & RISING REINS OF HOPE
06.2005 - 06.2016
CHA CERTIFIED HIPPOTHERAPIST
HOPE RISING RANCH & RISING REINS OF HOPE
06.2005 - 06.2016
CHA CERTIFIED EQUINE TRAINER AND RIDING INSTRUCTOR
HOPE RISING RANCH & RISING REINS OF HOPE
06.2005 - 06.2016
PCA MANAGER & PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANT
THE ADAMS' FAMILY HOUSEHOLD
08.2003 - 08.2017
Certification in Equine Instruction And Riding At Advanced English, Western And Trail Disciplines. - Equestrian Studies
CERTIFIED HORSEMANSHIP ASSOCIATION (CHA)
CERTIFIED EQUINE HIPPOTHERAPIST - PHYSICAL AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
CERTIFIED HORSEMANSHIP ASSOCIATION (CHA)
CERTIFICATION IN CHRISTIAN COUNSELING - Christian Phycology
TENSTRIKE SCHOOL OF MINISTRY
Certification in Christian Marriage Counseling - Christian Studies
MARRIAGE MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL
Certification And Licensing - Cosmetology Education
NORTHWEST SCHOOL of COSMETOLOGY