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Joshua Kalarical

Lake Zurich,IL

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience, skilled in patient care and effective communication. Adept at monitoring vital signs and fostering a supportive environment, I excel in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident well-being and ensure safety during high-pressure situations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Greek American Rehabilitation and Care Centre
07.2025 - 11.2025
  • Provide bedside care to residents with diverse medical needs, disabilities, and cognitive conditions.
  • Assist with bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility, toileting, and repositioning to maintain comfort and safety.
  • Monitor and report changes in residents’ physical or emotional status.
  • Support a positive living environment by treating every resident with dignity, patience, and empathy.
  • Contribute to smooth unit operations by following facility procedures and collaborating with nurses, CNAs, and support staff.

Hospital Volunteer

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2025

Provided direct patient support and family assistance through emotional comfort during medical procedures, delivering comfort items, coordinating visitor services, maintaining patient room environments, and serving as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff during critical care situations across multiple hospital departments

Education

High School Diploma -

Lake Zurich High School
Lake Zurich, IL
05-2026

Skills

Patient Care

  • Measure and record vital signs (manual and digital blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate)
  • Maintain composure while assisting combative, unsteady, or confused patients
  • Support residents with daily living activities in a safe, respectful, and compassionate manner

Communication & Teamwork

  • Relay resident status, behavior changes, and care updates during shift reports
  • Document intake/output, mobility schedules, and incident details with accuracy
  • Respond promptly to staff requests and collaborate during high-pressure situations
  • Escalate safety or behavioral concerns to supervisors to ensure resident well-being

Adaptability

  • Quickly adjust to multiple facility workflows, charting systems, and emergency protocols
  • Work effectively with interdisciplinary teams in fast-paced care environments

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Greek American Rehabilitation and Care Centre
07.2025 - 11.2025

Hospital Volunteer

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2025

High School Diploma -

Lake Zurich High School