Kaila Harris
Owings Mills,MD
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Strengths include effective communication, patient assessment and personal care skills. Previous work demonstrated ability to maintain comfort and dignity of patients, while ensuring safety and adhering to all health regulations. Demonstrated impact by improving patient satisfaction rates due to attention to detail and empathetic care delivery.Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support. several years of experience in collecting blood specimens in healthcare settings. Proven leader with success in recommending and introducing strategies to improve workflow, specimen processing, and customer service related to patient care. Calm and comforting with stressed patients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
GNA
IntelyCare
Owings Mills, MD
06.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing personal hygiene and comfort needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and vital sign monitoring activities.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Supported mobility by safely transferring patients between beds, wheelchairs, and facilities.
- Educated patients and families on care plans and daily living activities effectively.
CNA/GNA
FutureCare
Randallstown, Maryland
05.2022 - 07.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients as needed.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Collected blood samples from patients following safety protocols.
- Prepared and labeled specimens for laboratory processing.
Caregiver
Progressive Unlimited
Owings Mills
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored clients' health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Adapted communication styles to meet diverse client needs effectively.
Certified Medicine Technician
Office Cromwell
Towson, Maryland
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated medical equipment to ensure accurate patient diagnostics.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and equipment for optimal usage.
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient assessments and procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance on medical devices to ensure functionality.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Education
Western High School
Baltimore, MDSome College (No Degree) - Nursing
Howard Community College
Columbia, MDSkills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Blood sample collection
- Safety protocol adherence
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Competitive intelligence
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Generic Nursing Assistant
- Certified Medicine Technician
Timeline
GNA
IntelyCare
06.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Progressive Unlimited
06.2023 - 08.2024
Certified Medicine Technician
Office Cromwell
04.2023 - 06.2024
CNA/GNA
FutureCare
05.2022 - 07.2025
Western High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Howard Community College