Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
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COURTNEY PENNYPACKER
Centralia,WA
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Express Healthcare Professionals
CNA, Float Pool
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in Evaluating patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Submitted accurate documentation, reporting and in-depth nursing observation to support continuity of total patient care.
- Conducted rounds with medical staff to promote improved understanding between patients, nursing staff and medical staff to support continued quality of communication and care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Laura Hawn Cosner
Private Caregiver
06.2022 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Stillwaters Estates
CNa
02.2022 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
SHARON CARE CENTER
CNA
07.2018 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care.
- Delivered high-quality care to all types of patients in hospital facility.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Retirement Chalet AFH
Medication Aide
04.2018 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
PRESTIGE POST-ACUTE AND REHAB
CNA/SHOWER AIDE
05.2017 - 04.2018
Job overview
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
Licenses & Certifications
01.2023
University Overview
- BLS CERTIFIED
Centralia CollegeCentralia, WA
GED
06.2008
University Overview
Skills
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Medical Records Management
- Case Management
- Nursing Diagnosis
- Calm Under Pressure
- Medication Preparation
- Bed Transfers
- Professional Appearance
- Monitor Vitals
- Safety Behaviors
- Multitasking and Organization
- Patient-Focused Care
- Confidentiality and Discretion
- First Aid
- Progressive Care
- Communication Assistance
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Progress Documentation
- Works Well with Others
- Activities of Daily Living Assistance
- Insulin Injection Administration
- Client Documentation
- Ability to Multitask
- Well-Being Assurance
- Emotional and Social Support
- Willing to Learn
- Trustworthy Companion
- Valid Driver's License
- Adapts to Changing Priorities
- Facetime
- Epic Systems
- Compassionate Communication
- Oral Hygiene
- Time Management
- Dietary Needs
- Disability Care
- Web Browser Software
- Dressing Application
- Monitor Vital Signs
- Quick Problem Solver
- Medication Stock Maintenance
- Glucose Testing
- Diet and Nutrition
- Safe Mobilization
- Patient Relationship-Building
- Restock Shelves
- PPE Usage
- Records Management
- Dining Room Support
- Certified Medication Aide
- Documenting Behaviors
- Observation Documentation
- Self-Motivated
- Resident Empowerment
- Intake Recording
- Transporting Patients
- Heavy Lifting
- Status Updates
- Social Perceptiveness
- Calm Under Stress
- Microsoft Word
- Mobility Support
- Sound Judgment
- Illness Adaptation
- Instructing
- Specimen Collection
- Nutrition and Diet
- Light Housekeeping
- Negotiation
- Consistent Follow Through
- Geriatrics
- Clean Living Spaces
- Psychiatric Disorders
- Meets Deadlines
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- BLS- AHA Certification
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Laura Hawn Cosner
06.2022 - 08.2022
CNa
Stillwaters Estates
02.2022 - 07.2022
CNA, Float Pool
Express Healthcare Professionals
01.2022 - Current
CNA
SHARON CARE CENTER
07.2018 - 02.2021
Medication Aide
Retirement Chalet AFH
04.2018 - 07.2018
CNA/SHOWER AIDE
PRESTIGE POST-ACUTE AND REHAB
05.2017 - 04.2018
Licenses & Certifications
Centralia College
GED
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