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Jasmine Knighten

New Brighton,MN

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Family Tree Care Homes
12.2021 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

School Bus Driver

American Student Transportation
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
  • Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.

Hospice Aide

Brighton Hospice
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Presbyterian Homes and Service
12.2019 - 02.2021
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Southview Acres Health Care Center
09.2016 - 04.2018
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.

Personal Care Assistant

Provident Home Healthcare
11.2011 - 10.2017
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Education

General Studies

William Horlick High
Racine, WI
06-2010

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • CNA certification
  • Class B CDL
  • American Heart Association (BLS) Certication
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care

Timeline

School Bus Driver

American Student Transportation
08.2024 - 06.2025

Hospice Aide

Brighton Hospice
05.2023 - 08.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Family Tree Care Homes
12.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Presbyterian Homes and Service
12.2019 - 02.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Southview Acres Health Care Center
09.2016 - 04.2018

Personal Care Assistant

Provident Home Healthcare
11.2011 - 10.2017

General Studies

William Horlick High

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