Destinee Kauhikaua
Welch,MN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Shining Stars Learning Center
01.2023 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regions Cancer Care Center
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Nursing Station Technician
University Of MN Medical Center- East Bank
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized nursing station, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nurses with wound care, vital signs monitoring, and specimen collection, contributing to quality patient care.
- Facilitated patient mobility and positioning for comfort by utilizing proper body mechanics, reducing the risk of injury to both patients and staff members.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Crispin Living Community
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
GED -
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MNAssociate of Science - Nursing
MN State College Southeast
Red Wing 05.2024
Skills
- Documentation accuracy
- HIPAA Compliance
- Time Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Reliable team player
- Excellent Communication
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Shining Stars Learning Center
01.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regions Cancer Care Center
10.2022 - 12.2023
Nursing Station Technician
University Of MN Medical Center- East Bank
03.2020 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Crispin Living Community
03.2019 - 01.2020
GED -
St. Catherine University
Associate of Science - Nursing
MN State College Southeast
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS - Basic Life Support
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