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Destany Cleland

Rock Rapids,IA

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

cornerstone Caregiving
Sioux City, IA
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients.
  • Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.

Certified Medication Aide

Good Samaritan Society
George, IA
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Responded promptly to changes in patient condition or needs that require alteration in medication therapy.
  • Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals about medication orders.
  • Utilized computer systems efficiently for ordering, tracking and documenting all aspects of medication management.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.

CNA

Good Samaritan Society
George, IA
04.2024 - 04.2025
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.

Barn Manager

Premium Minnesota Pork
Luverne, MN
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Assigned tasks to staff members for daily care of the barn.
  • Conducted monthly meetings with staff to discuss any issues related to equine care or general operations of the facility.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.

Manager

Arbys Resturant
Worthington, MN
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Heron Lake Okabena
Okabena, MN
05-2017

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Medication management
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Infection control
  • Electronic health records
  • Team collaboration
  • Record keeping
  • Staff training
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Patient transfers
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Attention to detail
  • End-of-life care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Feeding assistance
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Bathing assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Critical thinking
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Toileting assistance
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Patient advocacy
  • Medication administration
  • Emergency response
  • Patient lifting

Certification

  • CNA in Iowa and Minnesota
  • CMA
  • TQA
  • BLS
  • CPR
  • EMR
  • Infant CPR
  • Vulnerable Adult Mandated Reporter Training in Minnesota
  • Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in Iowa

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Medication Aide

Good Samaritan Society
09.2024 - 04.2025

CNA

Good Samaritan Society
04.2024 - 04.2025

CNA

cornerstone Caregiving
01.2024 - Current

Barn Manager

Premium Minnesota Pork
10.2023 - 10.2024

Manager

Arbys Resturant
01.2021 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

Heron Lake Okabena

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