Kaisha Spears
LEMON GROVE,CA
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurse Assistant
Golden Hills Post Acute Care
02.2021 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Magnolia Post Acute Care
12.2015 - 10.2018
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shae Family Care Of La Jolla
07.2013 - 11.2015
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Certified Nurse Assistant Certification
Grossmont Health Occupations Center
Santee, CA06.2013
Insurance Coding And Billing Specialist Diploma
Concorde Career College
San Diego, CA01.2007
High School Diploma -
Helix High School
La Mesa, CA06.2000
Skills
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Chronic Disease Management
- Oral Hygiene
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Unit Supply Maintenance
- Infection Control Procedures
- Nutrition and Diet
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Quality Patient Care
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Observation Documentation
Timeline
Certified Nurse Assistant
Golden Hills Post Acute Care
02.2021 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Magnolia Post Acute Care
12.2015 - 10.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shae Family Care Of La Jolla
07.2013 - 11.2015
Certified Nurse Assistant Certification
Grossmont Health Occupations Center
Insurance Coding And Billing Specialist Diploma
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Helix High School
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