Aquarius Bunch
Waterloo,Iowa
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with proven track record delivering exceptional patient care and support in dynamic medical environments. Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal abilities to create nurturing atmosphere for patients and colleagues. Possesses in-depth knowledge of patient monitoring techniques to uphold superior standards of care and adjust to evolving requirements. Skilled at meeting patient needs with empathy and precision to enhance overall satisfaction, safety, and well-being for diverse patient populations and their families.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
NewAldaya Lifescapes
Cedar Falls, IA
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor residents'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of resident information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with residents and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each resident needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide
Thrivera AtHome, Western Home Communities
Cedar Falls, Iowa
10.2018 - Current
- Assist clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Transport clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Perform laundry and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Complete thorough documentation of client care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Train new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helping Hands Nursing Solutions
Sioux City, Iowa
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Travel to multiple nursing facilities in surrounding areas
- Work as a team in a fast paced environment to monitor, document information, report changes, and provide extensive care such as feeding, grooming, and bathing to 30-35 patients
Social Work Intern Student
NewAldaya Lifescapes
Cedar Falls, IA
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Prioritized tasks to ensure timely communication with residents, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Updated and filed essential resident documents such as; living wills, powers of attorney, and advance directives.
- Provided guidance on community resources to residents to address family assistance needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resident care and improve overall wellbeing.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify resident needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Recorded interventions to ensure accurate data collection.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and ethical standards, ensuring safe and respectful environment for residents.
- Advocated for residents needs with external agencies to secure necessary services and support.
- Evaluated residents' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Monitored residents' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for residents.
Certified Nursing Assistant, Dietary Aide, Housekeeping & Laundry
Newaldaya Lifescapes
Cedar Falls, Iowa
08.2010 - 08.2020
- Worked as a team to deliver high quality care to 25-30 patients to meet their daily needs
- Maintained, recorded, and monitored patient information, report changes and concerns to charged nurse
- Maintained a positive report with supervisors and moved into advanced roles within the facility
Education
Bachelors Of Arts - Social Work
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA12.2025
Associate Of Arts - Liberal Arts
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, Iowa12.2019
Certification
- Mental Health Ali Training - December 2019
- Certified Nursing Assistant - 2014-Present
- CPR Training
- Dependent Adult Abuse for Iowa Mandatory Reporters Certificate
- Dementia Training Certificate
Volunteer
Boy & Girls Club of the Cedar Valley, Waterloo, Iowa - October 2017 - December 2017
• Assisted 15-20 children ages 6-18 with homework and other extracurricular activities
UnityPoint Health, Waterloo, lowa - February 2011- April 2011
• Greeted and Escorted patients to and from room and helped with office work
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
NewAldaya Lifescapes
08.2023 - Current
Social Work Intern Student
NewAldaya Lifescapes
05.2023 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helping Hands Nursing Solutions
01.2022 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide
Thrivera AtHome, Western Home Communities
10.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant, Dietary Aide, Housekeeping & Laundry
Newaldaya Lifescapes
08.2010 - 08.2020
Bachelors Of Arts - Social Work
University of Northern Iowa
Associate Of Arts - Liberal Arts
Hawkeye Community College