Kerri Hall
Huxley
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I can work in a group setting or on my own. I have about 20 years expericence in healthcare and am looking for a job back into that field.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
SCI
Ankeny Funeral Home
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- I worked as an office manager in a funeral setting.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Many Nursing Homes And Travling Cna Jobs.
09.2000 - 11.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- During this time I had many expericences with one on one with patients, and also many experiences in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home health, etc.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Western Home Communities
05.2017 - 02.2019
- 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.
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Patient Care Technician
Covenant Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
CHPNA, Hospice Aide
Gentiva Hospice
03.2010 - 04.2015
- Provided end-of-life care for patients while respecting their dignity and personal wishes, allowing them to pass comfortably.
- Prevented bedsores and other complications by regularly repositioning patients and maintaining proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding while preserving their autonomy whenever possible.
- Recognized individual cultural, religious, and spiritual beliefs when delivering care, creating a respectful and inclusive environment for patients and families.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical intervention when necessary.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Enhanced quality of life for terminally ill patients by addressing their emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records, ensuring thorough communication between all healthcare providers involved in the patient''s care.
- Adapted care routines based on individual patient preferences, promoting a sense of control over their environment during end-of-life stages.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Demonstrated flexibility in scheduling availability by working evenings, weekends, holidays as needed to accommodate changing staffing requirements at various hospice facilities within the region.
- Supported grieving family members following a loved one''s passing by offering emotional support and connecting them with additional resources.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques to support their loved ones during the hospice process.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for hospice patients through diligent housekeeping tasks.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA05.2021
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Multitasking
- Computer Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
- Active Listening
- Problem Resolution
- Verbal Communication
- Decision-Making
Timeline
SCI
Ankeny Funeral Home
03.2022 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Western Home Communities
05.2017 - 02.2019
Patient Care Technician
Covenant Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
CHPNA, Hospice Aide
Gentiva Hospice
03.2010 - 04.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Many Nursing Homes And Travling Cna Jobs.
09.2000 - 11.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Hawkeye Community College
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