Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Joshua waller

Sweetwater,TN

Summary

Accomplished CNA with experience at Blount Memorial Hospital as well as skilled nursing facilities, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated compassion and empathy. Proficient in HIPAA compliance and clinical documentation, fostering a positive healing environment through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in patient transfers and end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and comfort.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA/UNIT SECRETARY

Blount Memorial Hospital
Maryville, TN
02.2018 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.

CNA

Asbury Place Maryville
Maryville
06.2016 - 02.2018
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment, reducing the risk of infection and falls.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic care.
  • Developed strong communication skills through active listening and effective verbal interactions with patients and colleagues.
  • Delivered high-quality personal care services within the scope of practice as a CNA student, ensuring patient satisfaction.
  • Enhanced teamwork abilities by collaborating closely with other CNAs, nurses, and healthcare providers to achieve common goals.
  • Practiced proper infection control measures to prevent cross-contamination between patients and staff members.
  • Supported patient mobility by utilizing appropriate assistive devices such as lifts or gait belts during transfers or ambulation exercises.

CNA

Fairpark (Concordia)
Maryville
04.2014 - 06.2016
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

CNA Skilled Unit

Asbury Place Maryville
Maryville
12.2012 - 04.2014

Take and record vital signs

Assist therapy with ambulation and transfers

Assists with meals

Assist with bathing

Assists with ADLs

Provided compassionate care for individuals transitioning from home to a skilled facility

Peri-op Tech

Blount Memorial Hospital
Maryville, TN
11.2009 - 10.2012

Know and maintain Sterile field

Operating room setup

Transport of patient to and from OR

Skilled in surgical prep

Skilled in room cleaning and turnover

Education

Basic

Southeast Whitfield
Dalton, GA
05.2000

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient transfers
  • Clinical documentation
  • Ordering and stocking a med/surge floor

Certification

CNA certification

CPR certification

References

Available upon request

Timeline

CNA/UNIT SECRETARY

Blount Memorial Hospital
02.2018 - Current

CNA

Asbury Place Maryville
06.2016 - 02.2018

CNA

Fairpark (Concordia)
04.2014 - 06.2016

CNA Skilled Unit

Asbury Place Maryville
12.2012 - 04.2014

Peri-op Tech

Blount Memorial Hospital
11.2009 - 10.2012

Basic

Southeast Whitfield
Joshua waller