Hi, I’m
Heather Walker
Nashville,TN
Summary
Patient-focused CNA with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
McKendree Villiage
CNA
04.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Delivered high-quality care to dementia patients in long term care facility.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Signature Healthcare
CNA
04.2018 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
Creekside Center For Rehabilitation & Healing
CNA
01.2018 - 04.2018
Job overview
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
Bowling Green Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
CNA
08.2017 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas
Gallatin Health Care
CNA
06.2017 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Richland Place
Resident Care Assistant
01.2017 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted over 50+ elderly, convalescents and disabled residents with daily living activities in residential care facilities.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Supported needs of 50+ residents under long-term care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
White House High SchoolWhite House, TN
High School Diploma
2004
Skills
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Responding to Emergencies
- Wound Care
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Charting Expertise
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Quality Patient Care
Timeline
CNA
McKendree Villiage
04.2019 - Current
CNA
Signature Healthcare
04.2018 - 04.2019
CNA
Creekside Center For Rehabilitation & Healing
01.2018 - 04.2018
CNA
Bowling Green Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2017 - 01.2018
CNA
Gallatin Health Care
06.2017 - 08.2017
Resident Care Assistant
Richland Place
01.2017 - 05.2017
White House High School
High School Diploma
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