Jennifer Schroeder
North Aurora,IL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated with natural ability to connect with patients and provide quality care. Understands basic patient care principles and proficient in vital signs monitoring and assisting with daily living activities. Committed to making positive impact by ensuring patient comfort and well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA Hospice Care and Home Health Aid
Suncrest Hospice
Westmont, IL
02.2024 - 02.2026
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments to prevent infections.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records for proper care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and compassion.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, enhancing overall patient safety measures.
- Checked patient vitals when requested by nurse.
- Providing compassionate and attentive care to each individual.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
Resident Aid / CNA
River Crossing - Pearl of St Charles
St Charles, IL
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Administer patient care plans, ensuring adherence to prescribed therapies and medications.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress in electronic health records systems.
- Assist in training new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols within the facility.
- Participated in staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Resident Assistant/ Caregiver
Landings Seinor Living and Memory Care
Batavia, IL
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Facilitated resident engagement through organized activities and events to enhance community connection.
- Assisted with daily operational tasks, ensuring smooth functioning of residence services and support.
- Collaborated with health care teams to monitor resident well-being and address individual needs promptly.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to improve resident satisfaction and overall experience within the community.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving conflicts within the community.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash, and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Attended, participated, and contributed to daily staff meetings addressing resident needs.
Education
CNA - Basic Nursing Assistant
A Plus Healthcare Training
Elgin, IL07.2023
High School Diploma -
Wheaton North
Wheaton, IL06.1988
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
Timeline
CNA Hospice Care and Home Health Aid
Suncrest Hospice
02.2024 - 02.2026
Resident Aid / CNA
River Crossing - Pearl of St Charles
02.2023 - 04.2024
Resident Assistant/ Caregiver
Landings Seinor Living and Memory Care
01.2022 - 02.2023
CNA - Basic Nursing Assistant
A Plus Healthcare Training
High School Diploma -
Wheaton North