Cierra Walters
5016 Ready Ave,MD
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide with extensive experience at United Medical, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient independence and well-being through effective communication and emotional support. Committed to maintaining a safe environment and advocating for patient needs, ensuring dignity and comfort in daily living activities.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
United Medical
Baltimore, MD
01.2018 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored patient health indicators, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Supported medication management by reminding patients of schedules and dosages.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient environments to promote hygiene and safety.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide emotional support.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
Cna
Bright Star Home Health
Baltimore, MD
2016 - 2020
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications under supervision, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Home Health CNA
Arc of Central Chesapeake
Baltimore, MD
2012 - 12.2017
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in health status for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Trained and mentored new CNAs on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure a safe environment for clients and staff.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and healthcare providers for coordinated care.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify client needs and adjust care strategies accordingly.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming to maintain patient hygiene and dignity.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Cna
GBMC Hospital
Baltimore, MD
2005 - 04.2014
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Streamlined documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in patient records management.
- Advocated for patients' needs, fostering a supportive environment conducive to recovery and well-being.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- 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.
Skills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Light housekeeping
- First aid and safety
- Care plan management
- Recording vital signs
- Documentation
- ADL support
- Medication organization
- Patient advocacy
- Ambulation assistance
- Emotional support
- Bedside care
Certification
Cna
Timeline
Home Health Aide
United Medical
01.2018 - Current
Cna
Bright Star Home Health
2016 - 2020
Home Health CNA
Arc of Central Chesapeake
2012 - 12.2017
Cna
GBMC Hospital
2005 - 04.2014