Heather Moore
Cherokee ,IA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Cherokee Regional Medical Center, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to foster emotional support and advocate for patient needs, ensuring dignity and independence. Skilled in clinical documentation and emergency response, committed to delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Cherokee Regional Medical Center
Cherokee, IA
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Supported mobility by assisting patients with walking and transferring safely.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Documented patient observations accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Education
CNA
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA2021
Skills
Time management
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Compassion and empathy
Bathing assistance
HIPAA compliance
Feeding assistance
Basic life support
Dressing assistance
Maintaining confidentiality
End-of-life care
Patient transfers
Emotional support
Complex Problem-solving
Emergency response
Clinical documentation
Medication administration
Wound care
Problem-solving
Multitasking and organization
Active listening
Flexibility and adaptability
Patient advocacy
Lifting and transferring
Patient hygiene assistance
Toileting assistance
Reliable team player
Recording vital signs
Safety precautions
Collecting vital signs
Bedside manner
Compassionate
Patient lifting
Patient-focused care
Electronic charting
Compassionate caregiver
Direct patient care
Mobility assistance
Supporting personal needs
Ambulation assistance
Documenting behaviors
Responding to emergencies
Patient relationship building
Inpatient care
Maintaining privacy
Transporting patients
Trustworthy companion
Valid state driver's license
Observing responses
Feeding assistance expert
Certification
CPR, mandatory reporter
Timeline
CNA
Cherokee Regional Medical Center
01.2021 - Current
CNA
Western Iowa Tech Community College