Kaitlyn Nigh
HORTON,KS
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Certified Home Health Aide with a proven track record at NEK Multi County Home Health Hospice. Skilled in effective team collaboration and accurate record maintenance, I enhanced patient outcomes through personalized care plans and emotional support, fostering resilience and well-being in clients.
Friendly and flexible candidate with solid customer service background. Quick learner possessing basic understanding about managing patient records, scheduling software and medical terminology. Collaborative administrative professional with strong task prioritization and organizational skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Home Health Aide
NEK Multi County Home Health Hospice
12.2021 - Current
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep the care team updated.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans, optimizing patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care in their homes.
- Provided emotional support to patients during times of stress or illness, fostering resilience and mental well-being.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing the daily burden on family members.
- Managed and scheduled the care for 10+ patients on a week-to-week basis
Certified Medication Aide
Apostolic Christian Nursing Home
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Took numerous patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with countless patients and families and displaying a positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in the establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Medication Aide
Two Timbers LLC
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted in the management of medication inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and minimizing waste.
- Conducted regular audits of patient charts to verify proper documentation of administered medications, contributing to regulatory compliance efforts within the facility.
- Displayed excellent attention to detail when updating electronic medical records after each instance of administering medicine as per legal requirements.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Kept a close eye on the behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Heights Nursing Home
06.2014 - 05.2016
- 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 well-being.
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcer development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Horton High School
Horton, KS05-2016
Skills
- Positive interpersonal skills
- Effective team collaboration
- Customer engagement
- Analytical problem-solving
- Organizational time strategies
- Detail-oriented approach
- Consistently trustworthy
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks
- Strong verbal communication
- Dedicated work ethic
- Scheduling efficiency in healthcare
- Accurate record maintenance
Certification
- CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
Timeline
Certified Home Health Aide
NEK Multi County Home Health Hospice
12.2021 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Apostolic Christian Nursing Home
01.2018 - 12.2021
Certified Medication Aide
Two Timbers LLC
05.2016 - 01.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Heights Nursing Home
06.2014 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Horton High School
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