Cassandra Barrett
Kenai
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with a focus on vital signs monitoring, patient advocacy, and infection control. Committed to delivering compassionate support and effective communication in patient care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Central Peninsula Hospital
Kenai
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during care routines.
- Followed infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and health standards.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and improvements.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
IDEA HOMESCHOOL
Soldotna, AK05-2024
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient transport
- Infection control protocols
- Self-care education
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Patient advocacy
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Active listening
- Multitasking and organization
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient relationship building
- Blood glucose testing
- Compassionate caregiver
- Bedside manner
Timeline
Central Peninsula Hospital
03.2025 - Current
High School Diploma -
IDEA HOMESCHOOL