Jamie Kerber
Arvada,CO
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. Willing to learn quickly and effectively. I have always had a passion for patient care and being in the medical field. Im excited to further my career, expand my knowledge and contribute where I can.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
Lafayette, CO
09.2021 - Current
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver
PLC In Home Care
Arvada, CO
03.2017 - 09.2021
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pomona High School
Arvada, CO05-2013
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Specimen Collection
- Safety Protocols
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team Collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Multitasking
- Compassion and Empathy
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver
PLC In Home Care
03.2017 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Pomona High School