Chelsea Whitt
Honaker,VA
Summary
Dedicated CNA with experience at Russell County Medical Center, excelling in vital signs monitoring and patient care documentation. Proven problem-solving and communication skills enhance patient interactions and ensure safety. Recognized for maintaining a clean environment and effectively prioritizing tasks to support nursing staff and improve patient outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Russell County Medical Center
Lebanon, VA
04.2024 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employeed
Honaker, VA
09.2010 - 04.2024
- Resolved issues efficiently, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
- Organized and prioritized tasks to achieve service goals effectively.
- Maintained punctuality by arriving at appointments on time.
- Established schedules to enhance workflow and productivity.
Education
CNA -
Southwest Virginia Community Collage
Cedar Bluff, VA12-2023
BLS -
CPR Choice, LLC
Knoxville, TN11-2023
GED -
Honaker High School
Honaker, VA01-2009
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care documentation
- Infection control
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking and organization
- Feeding assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Organization skills
Timeline
CNA
Russell County Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employeed
09.2010 - 04.2024
CNA -
Southwest Virginia Community Collage
BLS -
CPR Choice, LLC
GED -
Honaker High School