Christin Larson
Spotsylvania,VA
Summary
CNA with strong background in critical care, well-versed in patient monitoring, emergency response, and advanced life support techniques. Known for ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Adaptable to dynamic environments, consistently delivering reliable and high-quality care. Proficient in handling medical equipment and maintaining composure under pressure.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Mary Washington Hospital
01.2016 - Current
- Worked on Critical Care Covid unit for 2 Years
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Performed advanced diagnostic tests such as EKGs or blood draws that contributed to prompt diagnosis of life-threatening conditions.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and emergency airway management, ultimately improving patient survival rates.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Hospice CNA
Medi Home Health and Hospice
12.2011 - 01.2016
- Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights and interests to ensure that their wishes were respected during all stages of hospice care provision.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
Education
High School Diploma -
Spotsylvania High School
Virginia05-2003
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Responding to emergencies
- Basic Life Support
- Safety Precautions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Bedside manner
- End of life care
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Catheter change and preparation
- G-tube care
- CPR Certification
- IV Insertion
- First aid and safety
- Home Health Care
- Geriatric Care
- Palliative Care
- IV setup
Timeline
CNA
Mary Washington Hospital
01.2016 - Current
Hospice CNA
Medi Home Health and Hospice
12.2011 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Spotsylvania High School
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