Donna Pohlman-Charping
Oak Harbor,WA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Mr. and Mrs. Moore, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support, while maintaining HIPAA compliance and ensuring safety in care delivery. Committed to promoting independence and dignity in all patient interactions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA,HHA,MED TECH
Mr. and Mrs Moore
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Provided compassionate care to elderly clients, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene and mobility tasks, promoting independence and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces, adhering to safety and infection control standards.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Adapted care plans based on individual needs, demonstrating flexibility in approach to caregiving tasks.
- Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and best practices for patient support.
- Collaborated with family members to address concerns and enhance client well-being.
- Documented patient care activities accurately, contributing to effective communication within the care team.
- 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.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
CNA , HHA, MEDS
Mr. Mrs McAlpine
04.2019 - 10.2024
- Provided compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Assisted with mobility and personal hygiene tasks, promoting independence and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly for effective care management.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Advocated for patient needs by communicating effectively with families and healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating smooth operations.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and families to enhance overall well-being.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
CNA,HHA,Meds
Mr. And Mrs Walgren
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Assisted with daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs, ensuring timely reporting to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate patient records, supporting continuity of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
Med Tech,CNA
Maple Ridge
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure timely patient care and treatment adjustments.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained junior technicians on operational procedures and best practices in medical testing.
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Updated patient records accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper documentation and communication between healthcare professionals.
- Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Resident Care Coordinator,CNA,Med Tech
Island Memory’s Care
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Coordinated resident care plans, ensuring alignment with individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize service delivery and enhance resident satisfaction.
- Led training sessions for staff on best practices in resident care and communication techniques.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols, improving compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Developed relationships with families, providing support and resources for effective decision-making.
- Tracked changes in residents' conditions closely using various assessment tools to update care plans accordingly.
Education
No Degree - CNA Certification
Rock Valley College
Rockford, ILHigh School Diploma -
Belvidere High
Belvidere, IL06-1990
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Attention to detail
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfers
- Compassionate communication
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Emergency response
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emotional support
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Active listening
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Patient advocacy
- Health monitoring
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Toileting assistance
- Infection control practices
- Medication assistance
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Collecting vital signs
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate
- Patient lifting
- Patient-focused care
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Geriatric care
- Direct patient care
- Ambulation assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Mobility assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Inpatient care
- Maintaining privacy
- Light housekeeping
- Medical terminology
- Patient relationship building
- Healthcare ethics
- Transporting patients
- Patient assessments
- Activity planning
- Patient relations
- Preparing meals
- Medical records management
- Feeding assistance expert
- Meal planning
- Pediatric care
- Conducting intakes
- Outpatient care
- Activity coordination
- Helping with medication
- Documentation expert
- Infection control procedures
- Oxygen therapy
- Quick problem solver
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
Timeline
CNA,HHA,MED TECH
Mr. and Mrs Moore
11.2024 - 01.2026
CNA,HHA,Meds
Mr. And Mrs Walgren
08.2022 - 09.2024
Med Tech,CNA
Maple Ridge
10.2019 - 12.2020
CNA , HHA, MEDS
Mr. Mrs McAlpine
04.2019 - 10.2024
Resident Care Coordinator,CNA,Med Tech
Island Memory’s Care
04.2017 - 08.2019
No Degree - CNA Certification
Rock Valley College
High School Diploma -
Belvidere High