Open To Work
Gloria Harshfield
CNA/HHA/CAREGIVER
Lakeville,MN
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and medical documentation. Skilled in vital signs monitoring, hygiene assistance, and maintaining safety standards to enhance patient comfort and dignity. Demonstrates strong communication and time management abilities, contributing to positive outcomes in diverse healthcare settings. Committed to delivering high-quality care and fostering trust in patient-provider relationships.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/HHA/Caregiver
Boden Senior Living
Apple Valley, MN
03.2025 - 04.2026
- Assisted residents with daily activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and updated nursing staff promptly to support timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident areas, adhering to health standards.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records system.
- Communicated effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
- Collaborated with team members to develop personalized care plans.
- Provided emotional support to residents, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Tracked and recorded food intake and output under nursing staff guidance.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
Hose Assembler
Parker Hannifin Corp.
Lakeville, MN
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Assembled hydraulic hose assemblies with precision, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Inspected finished products to guarantee quality standards and adherence to specifications.
- Operated crimping machines to secure fittings on hoses, contributing to efficient production flow.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to enhance safety standards.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and equipment.
- Set up equipment and installed tools and fixtures required to carry out production goals.
- Assembled hoses with couplings, clamps, and fittings according to specifications.
- Tested assembled hoses for leaks and pressure drop using hydraulic testing machines.
Direct Support Professional
Enrich Inc
Shoreview, Minnesota
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities and personal care.
- Supported clients in developing social skills through tailored activities and community outings, enhancing their social interactions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and daily interactions.
- Applied behavioral strategies to promote client engagement and foster independence in daily activities.
- Trained new staff on protocols for client support and safety procedures.
- Coordinated communication among clients, families, and service providers to ensure consistent support and understanding of client needs.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support during challenging situations.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Supported individuals in enhancing their independence through mobility assistance, while regularly assessing safety measures.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Manufacturing Operator A LEad
Parker Hannifin Corp.
New Hope, MN
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Operated machinery for assembly and production of hydraulic components.
- Monitored production line, ensuring quality control and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow and timely completion.
- Implemented process improvements, streamlining operations to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
- Participated in daily safety meetings to uphold workplace safety protocols.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed at all times during operation of machinery.
- Inspected finished products for defects or deviations from specifications before packaging them for shipment.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Adjusted production roles collaboratively, maintaining workflow and meeting changing demands.
Machine and Furnace Operator
Parker Hannifin Corp.
Washington, MO
03.2018 - 09.2022
- Operated and monitored furnace equipment for optimal performance.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure safety compliance.
- Adjusted furnace settings to align with material specifications for optimal heating.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain production flow.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols.
- Handled tasks such as racking parts, unloading furnaces, and programming furnace operations with consistent expertise and attention to detail.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times during operations.
- Monitored gauges and control panels to maintain efficient furnace operations and identify potential issues.
- Reported any malfunctions or operational issues that could affect production quality.
- Followed established procedures for shutting down furnaces at end of shift or during emergency situations.
- Recorded daily readings from pressure gauges and control panels to ensure operational accuracy.
- Calibrated instruments and adjusted valves according to specifications provided by engineering personnel.
Nursing Assistant
New Lebanon Reh and Healthcare Center
Lebanon, MO
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Supported patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene, enhancing comfort and dignity.
- Delivered emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a positive and caring environment.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of patient environments, promoting health and well-being.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
Operation Clerk, HR Payroll Specialist/Data Analyst
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
08.2000 - 06.2012
- Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately.
- Assisted customers with account inquiries and banking services.
- Organized and maintained records of financial transactions and documents to ensure easy retrieval and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operational workflows, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
- Communicated with customers and employees to answer questions or explain information.
- Performed data entry tasks to update customer accounts records.
- Verified accuracy of all paperwork prior to submission for processing.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for confidential documents.
- Supported office clerical functions using word processing and other software, email and office machines.
- Processed payments, refunds, and exchanges accurately and efficiently.
- Followed confidentiality rules to preserve data quality and reduce potential information compromise.
- Created memos, letters, emails, reports, presentations as requested by management.
- Answered multi-line telephone system and routed calls to appropriate personnel.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Entered data into computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained and updated filing, inventory and database systems, manually or using computer.
- Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
- Collected and entered payment data into system, maintaining complete confidentiality and accuracy.
- Processed payroll for employees using Wells Fargo's payroll system.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state payroll regulations.
- Collaborated with HR to resolve employee payroll inquiries.
- Managed timekeeping systems for accurate attendance tracking.
- Assisted in the development of payroll policies and procedures.
- Conducted audits of payroll data to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Maintained employee records within the HRIS for easy access and updating.
- Provided assistance to employees regarding payroll matters such as taxes, deductions, vacation and sick time accrual.
- Ensured timely payment of wages in accordance with state and federal laws.
- Maintained records of employee attendance and leave balances, ensuring compliance with established policies.
- Analyzed payroll inconsistencies to ensure accurate employee compensation.
- Generated reports to analyze wage and salary trends.
- Developed procedures to improve the efficiency of the payroll department.
- Interfaced with other departments on a regular basis to provide information necessary for accurate processing of payroll transactions.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
InverHills Community College
Inver Grove Heights, MN12-2028
Bachelor of Science - Office Management And Computer Science
Cagayan Capitol Universityy
Cagayan De Oro City Philippines03-1993
Associate of Science - LPN
DCTC
Rosemount, MNSkills
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Medical documentation
- Safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Client communication
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeSalary Range
$0/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
CNA/HHA/Caregiver
Boden Senior Living
03.2025 - 04.2026
Hose Assembler
Parker Hannifin Corp.
08.2024 - 04.2025
Direct Support Professional
Enrich Inc
02.2024 - 08.2024
Manufacturing Operator A LEad
Parker Hannifin Corp.
09.2022 - 08.2024
Machine and Furnace Operator
Parker Hannifin Corp.
03.2018 - 09.2022
Nursing Assistant
New Lebanon Reh and Healthcare Center
05.2016 - 09.2016
Operation Clerk, HR Payroll Specialist/Data Analyst
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
08.2000 - 06.2012
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
InverHills Community College
Bachelor of Science - Office Management And Computer Science
Cagayan Capitol Universityy
Associate of Science - LPN
DCTC