Heather Oshinski
Holland,MI
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.
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Resthaven Care Community
Holland, MI
02.2006 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Supported staff in maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- 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.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- 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.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status..
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
CNA
Agency
Grand Rapids, MI
CNA
Resthaven Care Community
Holland, MI
CNA
Private Homecare
Holland, MI
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient care techniques
- Infection control
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care
- Care coordination
- Daily living assistance
- Patient monitoring
- Restorative care
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Patient care documentation
- Lifting and transferring
- Medication assistance
Additional training/positions throughout career at Resthaven
- Greenhouse training, CPR , 2nd language, employee scheduling and current 3rd shift CNA trainer(building wide).
Timeline
CNA
Resthaven Care Community
02.2006 - Current
CNA
Agency
CNA
Resthaven Care Community
CNA
Private Homecare