Caroleen Barnett
Columbia,KY
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC HealthCare, Glasgow
Glasgow, KY
07.2023 - Current
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maxim
Louisville, KY
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Adanta
Columbia, KY
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Chiropractic Assistant
Lakeway Chiropractic Center
Russell Springs, KY
08.2014 - 08.2019
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
- Answered patient questions regarding their care plan or billing inquiries.
- Acquainted patients with therapy procedures by explaining purpose and results of exercises.
- Communicated with insurance companies to facilitate proper billing procedures and collect payments.
- Scheduled appointments for patients both in person and over the phone.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Maintained patient records and updated information in the electronic health record system.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Checked out patients at end of visit, collecting any remaining balances due from them.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Somerset Kentucky Community College
Russell SpringsSkills
- Collecting Specimens
- Patient-Focused Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Patient Lifting
- Infection Control Procedures
- Indirect Patient Care
Certification
CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC HealthCare, Glasgow
07.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maxim
11.2022 - 07.2023
Caregiver, Special Needs
Adanta
08.2019 - 11.2022
Chiropractic Assistant
Lakeway Chiropractic Center
08.2014 - 08.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Somerset Kentucky Community College
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