Cathryn Drennan
Sheridan ,AR
Summary
Results-driven PCA/CNA known for strong interpersonal skills and compassionate care. Proven experience in vital signs monitoring and fostering positive patient experiences, ready to support healthcare teams in delivering exceptional care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA/CNA
Rose Creek Nursing Center
Heber Springs, AR
01.1993 - 11.1994
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, enhancing infection control protocols.
- Implemented feedback from patients and families to improve care delivery processes consistently.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, assisting in early identification of potential health issues.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure understanding and address concerns.
MRA I
Conway Human Development Center
Conway AR
01.1989 - 01.1991
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
GCCC
Hot Springs ARGED -
Conway High School
Conway AR06.1990
Skills
Medical terminology
Vital signs documentation
Written and verbal communication
Emotional support
Creative and Outgoing personality
Additional Information
I’m an outgoing person with the ability to adapt to my surroundings. I would be a valuable asset in any business or affiliation.
I believe that in this world you have your word and your word is your bond.
I believe honesty and loyalty are two of the most important characteristics a person can have. Given the opportunity I will demonstrate both of those characteristics.
Timeline
PCA/CNA
Rose Creek Nursing Center
01.1993 - 11.1994
MRA I
Conway Human Development Center
01.1989 - 01.1991
No Degree - Nursing
GCCC
GED -
Conway High School