FAITH CHEPKOECH
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Certified nursing assistant offering several years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
CNA
KARE AGENCY
Tacoma, WA
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
CNA Student
Shekinah AFH
Tacoma, WA
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Monitored food intake of assigned patients during meal times and recorded.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate, and oxygen saturation levels.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to CNA profession.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Answered call lights promptly to assess needs of patients.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Performed basic clerical tasks such as answering phones and filing documents.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established policies and procedures.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Observed changes in condition or behavior of patients and reported to nursing staff.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
- Recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rate.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Caregiver
Berachah B AFH
Puyallup, Washington
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Crystal Point
Federal Way, WASkills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Customer service
- Infection control
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
- Emotional support
- Safety compliance
- Electronic charting
- Professionalism
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
KARE AGENCY
03.2025 - Current
CNA Student
Shekinah AFH
08.2024 - 12.2024
Caregiver
Berachah B AFH
04.2024 - 07.2024
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Crystal Point