Don Hendrick
Seymour,TN
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with strong patient care and empathic communication skills. Accurately documents patient progress and utilizes active listening to build rapport. Committed to delivering individualized care and providing emotional support during challenging times.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lyonsview Health and Rehabilitation Center
Knoxville, TN
03.2025 - 04.2026
- Documented patient care and progress accurately in electronic health records using the platform, PointClickCare.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Behavioral Health Technician
Journy Pure at the River
Murfreesboro, TN
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and discuss coping strategies.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Documented patient progress and incidents accurately in electronic health records, including group notes and shift notes at the end of each day.
- Administered patient medications
Education
Chemical Engineering
Texas A&M University
College Station, TXBachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Communication
- Empathic listening
- Attention to detail
- Reliable team player
- Patient relationship building
Accomplishments
The 2025 CNA of the year award at Lyonsview Health and Rehabilitation Center
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lyonsview Health and Rehabilitation Center
03.2025 - 04.2026
Behavioral Health Technician
Journy Pure at the River
08.2022 - 12.2022
Chemical Engineering
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering
University of Tennessee