Heather Poe
Edna,KS
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with background in providing compassionate patient care and assistance with daily activities. Successfully supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare services. Demonstrated exceptional communication and patient management skills, ensuring comfort and well-being.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/HCA
Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily activities to improve quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to enhance patient care.
- Supported nursing staff by providing essential patient care services.
- Improved patient comfort by promptly attending to needs.
- Documented patient information to ensure accurate records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families.
CNA
Blue Mountain Hospital
07.2020 - 09.2022
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
CNA
Oswego Community Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2019
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
CNA
Mercy Hospital
02.2014 - 03.2017
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
CNA
Cherryvale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2011 - 01.2014
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Coffeyville Community College
Coffeyville12-2024
No Degree - Physics
Labette Community College
Parsons09-2024
High School Diploma -
Cherryvale High School
Cherryvale01-2015
Timeline
CNA/HCA
Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice
09.2022 - Current
CNA
Blue Mountain Hospital
07.2020 - 09.2022
CNA
Oswego Community Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2019
CNA
Mercy Hospital
02.2014 - 03.2017
CNA
Cherryvale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2011 - 01.2014
Associate of Applied Science -
Coffeyville Community College
No Degree - Physics
Labette Community College
High School Diploma -
Cherryvale High School
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