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CHRISTY ARTHUR

Killeen

Summary

Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant/ Certified Medication Aide with successful healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Rosewood Heights
11.2024 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.

CNA

San Angelo Nursing Rehabilitation
12.2023 - 10.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.

CNA

Attentive Nursing Staffing
01.2019 - 10.2024
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in varied-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
  • Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for nursing home and ER patient rooms

CNA

Critical Health Connection
05.2016 - 10.2022
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in [Number]-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
  • Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for nursing home and ER patient rooms

CNA

Texas PRN
09.2016 - 01.2018
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
  • Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for nursing home and ER patient rooms

CNA/CMA

Robert Lee Care Center
01.2007 - 06.2015
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in [Number]-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
  • Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for nursing home and ER patient rooms
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Performed medication Pass accurately and efficiently.

Education

No Degree -

Howard College
San Angelo, TX

Certified Medication Aide

Elite Nursing Academy
Killeen, TX
04-2025

High School Diploma -

RLISD
Robert Lee, TX
05.1994

Skills

  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Biological Specimen Handling
  • Promoting Healthy Habits
  • Proper Staffing
  • Bed Making and Linen Changes
  • Intercultural Competence
  • Consistent Follow Through
  • Nursing Standards
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Family Communication
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Observing Responses
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Range of Motion Exercises
  • Monitoring Fluids
  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Observation Documentation
  • Wheelchair Assistance
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Transporting Patients
  • Bed Transfers
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
  • Feeding Assistance Expertise
  • Family Support and Assistance
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • General Housekeeping Abilities
  • Charting Expertise
  • Patient Relationship-Building
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Activity Planning
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Interdisciplinary Communication
  • Medical Procedures Understanding
  • Trustworthy Companion
  • Efficient and Reliable Team Player
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Performing Patient Intakes
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Patient Assessments
  • Meal Planning
  • Admitting Support
  • Inpatient Care
  • Compassionate Caregiver
  • Activity Coordination
  • Intake Recording
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Measuring Bodily Fluids
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Restock Shelves
  • Monitor Vitals
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Collecting Specimens
  • Bathing and Dressing
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • ADLs Assistance

Timeline

CNA

Rosewood Heights
11.2024 - Current

CNA

San Angelo Nursing Rehabilitation
12.2023 - 10.2024

CNA

Attentive Nursing Staffing
01.2019 - 10.2024

CNA

Texas PRN
09.2016 - 01.2018

CNA

Critical Health Connection
05.2016 - 10.2022

CNA/CMA

Robert Lee Care Center
01.2007 - 06.2015

High School Diploma -

RLISD

No Degree -

Howard College

Certified Medication Aide

Elite Nursing Academy

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