Chiquita Baker
Mesquite
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Medical City Frisco
02.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as per established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded patient information for accurate assessment.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
CNA
Clark Lindsey
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to ensure accurate patient health records.
- Observed physical and emotional changes and reported the patient's condition to nurses.
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
CNA
University Rehab Center
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted 15+ residents each shift with daily activities, ensuring they were on time for meals and activities.
- Provided social and emotional support to improve residents' morale.
- Established Rapport with members, residents, and families.
- I helped residents with daily hygiene, including showering, oral and peri care, incontinence care, and minimizing rashes, sores, and soiling.
CNA
Bickford Senior Living
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Responded to 15+ resident calls per shift promptly and efficiently, determining needs and providing care.
- Transferred residents using Gait Belts, Hoyer Lifts, and Sit to Stands as needed, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Followed LPN and RN instructions for ROM activities for residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Lakeview College of Nursing
05.2024
Associate in General Studies - AGS
Parkland College
05.2022
Diploma - undefined
Urbana High School
05.2010
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Leadership skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Time management
- Documentation
- Privacy & HIPPA compliance
- Communication
- Compassion and empathy
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
Certification
- BLS
- Mental health first aid
Clinical Experience
- CCU; OB; Pediatrics; Med Surg 2 - Carle Foundation Hospital
- Med Surg 1 – OSF Danville
- Mental Health – Pavilion
- OR and Women’s health – OSF Danville
Volunteer Service Hours
- Clark Lindsey Village
- Hand/Hygiene donation/women’s shelter
- Coat donation/women’s shelter
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Medical City Frisco
02.2025 - Current
CNA
Clark Lindsey
06.2022 - 03.2023
CNA
University Rehab Center
01.2020 - 03.2021
CNA
Bickford Senior Living
05.2016 - 09.2018
Associate in General Studies - AGS
Parkland College
Diploma - undefined
Urbana High School
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Lakeview College of Nursing