Cara Kirkendall
Everest,KS
Summary
Certified healthcare professional with practical experience in patient care, hygiene, and mobility assistance. Adept at working in team environments and ensuring seamless workflows. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills that foster positive patient interactions. Skilled in vital sign monitoring, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean and safe environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Aide, Certified Medication Aide
Medicalodges Atchison
01.2025 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nurses for timely intervention.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient information in electronic health records.
- Provided high-quality care to patients, including personal hygiene, mobility assistance, and meal preparation.
Certified Nurse Aide/Certified Medication Aide
Dooley Center
07.2023 - Current
- Completed thorough documentation of patient information in electronic health records.
- Facilitated efficient communication between healthcare professionals during shift handoffs by providing accurate updates on patient status.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Facilitated patient transfers and repositioning, ensuring safety and comfort.
Certified Nurse Aide/Certified Medication Aide
Mission Village Living Center
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nurse Aide
Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients to promote a healthy environment.
- Facilitated patient transfers and repositioning, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
LPN Student - Nursing
Highland Community College
Atchison, KS 05-2025
High School Diploma -
Falls City Sacred Heart
Falls City, NE05.2022
Skills
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Direct patient care
Certification
- Certified Nurse Aide, 10/22/21
- Certified Medication Aide, 02/22/23
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Expected 05/08/25
Activities
- Student Representative for 2025 Licensed Practical Nursing Program, Highland Community College
- Volunteer Fire Fighter, Everest Fire Department
2025 LPN Student Representative
As a class of 2025 student representative I am responsible for helping manage and coordinate school functions and activities. I also take the concerns to the teachers and administration once a month in order to allow the students concerns to be heard.
Timeline
Certified Nurse Aide, Certified Medication Aide
Medicalodges Atchison
01.2025 - Current
Certified Nurse Aide/Certified Medication Aide
Dooley Center
07.2023 - Current
Certified Nurse Aide/Certified Medication Aide
Mission Village Living Center
06.2022 - 07.2023
Certified Nurse Aide
Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2021 - 05.2022
LPN Student - Nursing
Highland Community College
High School Diploma -
Falls City Sacred Heart
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