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Cala Swilley

Cala Swilley

Nacogdoches,TX

Summary

Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Cna

Meadow View Assisted Living Center
Nacogdoches, TX
02.2024 - 05.2025
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.

Cna

Shepherd nursing and rehabilitation
Shepherd, Texas
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Livingston High School
Livingston Tx
05-1999

Skills

  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Patient care documentation
  • Infection control
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Patient care
  • Toileting assistance
  • Patient transfers
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Bathing assistance
  • End-of-life care
  • Dressing assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Transporting patients
  • Specimen collection
  • Electronic charting
  • Patient lifting
  • Monitoring fluids
  • EMR / EHR
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Medical terminology
  • Infection control practices
  • Critical thinking
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Communication skills
  • Patient safety
  • Maintaining confidentiality

References

References available upon request.

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balancePaid time off4-day work weekCompany Culture401k match

Timeline

Cna

Meadow View Assisted Living Center
02.2024 - 05.2025

Cna

Shepherd nursing and rehabilitation
02.2022 - 06.2023

High School Diploma -

Livingston High School

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