Motivated professional offering Bachelor Degree in Applied Science Allied Health. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. I have worked in healthcare/long term care for 20 years and take pride in my job. I am very dependable and have a very strong work ethic.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SRNA/KMA
Berea Health and Rehab
Berea, KY
08.2023 - Current
Specimen collection
Medication Administration
Assist residents/patients with ADL's
Vitals Signs (obtaining and charting)
Oxygen Initiation
Infection Control
CPR
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
SRNA/KMA
Northpoint Healthcare
Lexington, KY
04.2023 - 08.2023
Assist residents/patients with ADL's
Administered Medications
Vitals signs (obtained and charted)
CPR
SRNA/KMA
Laurel Heights Home For The Elderly
London, KY
09.2015 - 04.2023
Vital signs (obtained and charted)
Medication administration
Infection Control
Audits
Assist residents with ADL's
CNA/CNA Preceptor
The Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation
Corbin, KY
09.2008 - 09.2015
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Assisted Admissions Coordinator with filing paperwork and speaking with families of potential clients.
On Call for CNA's
Helped manage CNA's on duty.
Patient Care Audits
Responsible for CNA staffing schedule
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Transported residents within the facility as needed.
Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
CNA
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
London, KY
03.2004 - 09.2008
Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Science Allied Health
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY
12-2023
High School Diploma -
Whitley County High School
Williamsburg, KY
06-2001
Certification
CPR
Kentucky Medication Aide
SRNA/CNA
Accomplishments
Caring Heart Award 2019
CNA of the Year 2015
Timeline
SRNA/KMA
Berea Health and Rehab
08.2023 - Current
SRNA/KMA
Northpoint Healthcare
04.2023 - 08.2023
SRNA/KMA
Laurel Heights Home For The Elderly
09.2015 - 04.2023
CNA/CNA Preceptor
The Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2008 - 09.2015
CNA
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
03.2004 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Applied Science Allied Health