Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Kajuana Taylor

Shiftkey PRN Agency
El Paso,TX
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience

Dedicated CNA/Mental Health Aide with exceptional skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and emotional support. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and promoting patient dignity through compassionate assistance.

Work History

CNA/Mental Health Aide

2 Months
Aya Healthcare/Marcy Secured Psychiatric Facility | 07.2026 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring patient safety.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Prevented pressure ulcer development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and mobility.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature and blood pressure, ensuring accurate health assessments. such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Documented patient care information accurately in electronic health records, improving communication.
  • Encouraged good oral hygiene by assisting patients with brushing teeth and maintaining dental care routines. and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations, enhancing care experience.
  • Prevented pressure ulcer development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols, fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.

CNA

4 Years 9 Months
Shiftkey PRN Agency | 12.2021 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and facility protocols efficiently.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

CNA/Mental Health Aide

1 Year
Aya Healthcare/Providence Hospital | 04.2025 - 04.2026
  • Provided compassionate support to patients with mental health disorders in various care settings.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
  • Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, encouraging participation and fostering a supportive environment.
  • Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring access to necessary resources and services within the facility.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and professional ethics guidelines.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on protocols, enhancing team effectiveness and patient satisfaction.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, supporting timely interventions.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Conducted regular safety checks, proactively addressing potential hazards within the facility.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create a safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain a standard of safety and security.

CNA/Mental Health Aide

8 Months
Sunbelt Travel Agency/ Montana State Hospital | 08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to healthcare team members.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for patient engagement and safety protocols.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support to individuals with mental health challenges.

CnA/Mental Health Aide

6 Months
Shift Key Staffing Agency/Signature Psychiatric Hospital | 02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure accurate health assessments.
  • Trained new staff on facility procedures and best practices for patient care delivery.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
  • Conducted regular safety checks, proactively addressing potential hazards within the facility.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
  • Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

CNA/Mental Health Aide

5 Months
Medical Edge Travel Agency/Colorado State Hospital | 09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified the RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete the intervention.
  • Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to healthcare team members.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for patient engagement and safety protocols.
  • Conducted regular safety checks, proactively addressing potential hazards within the facility.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.

CNA/Mental Health Aid

7 Months
Total Med Solutions/ Eastern State Hospital | 01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in an electronic health record.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar level.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.

CNA/Patient Care Technician

9 Months
Woodland Hospital | 03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and comfort measures.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff for timely interventions.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.

CnA/CNA/Mental Health Aide

8 Months
Oceans Behavioral Hospital | 03.2021 - 11.2021
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, ensuring timely interventions.
  • Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to nursing staff for appropriate action.
  • Worked with [Type] patients to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
  • Maintained patient rooms by making beds, sweeping units and wiping down surfaces.
  • Performed intake triage, vitals and assisted patients with mental health screenings.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.

CNA/Mental Health Aide

2 Years 9 Months
Help At Home Health Care | 06.2018 - 03.2021
  • Provided personal care to residents in an assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
  • Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.

CNA/Transporter

9 Years 8 Months
BNB Non Emergency Transport | 08.2008 - 04.2018

monitored pts. vitals and oxygen while in transit to doctor apt.

  • Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities to ensure comfort and safety.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Provided compassionate care and emotional support to patients and families.

Education

GED

Clovis Adult School | Clovis, CA | 02-1995

Skills

Direct patient care
Patient care
Collaborative team member
Patient support
Vital sign assessment
Basic life support
Documenting behaviors
Safety precautions
Compassionate caregiver
Monitoring vital signs
Reliable team player
Trustworthy companion
Vital sign documentation
Patient lifting
Empathetic caregiver
Mobility assistance
Ambulation assistance
Feeding assistance
Nutrition support
Bathing assistance
Dressing assistance
Personal grooming assistance
End-of-life care
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Urinary catheter care
Colostomy care
Range of motion exercises
Transporting patients
Inpatient care
Geriatric care
Light housekeeping
Patient advocate
Preparing meals
Reliable transportation
Environmental safety
Restraint application
Patient transportation
Specimen collection
Collecting specimens
Meal assistance
Crisis intervention
Behavioral support
Facility maintenance
Bedside manner
Collecting specimens
Personal hygiene support
Vital sign recording

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

CNA/Mental Health Aide

Aya Healthcare/Marcy Secured Psychiatric Facility
07.2026 - CurrentRead More

CNA/Mental Health Aide

Aya Healthcare/Providence Hospital
04.2025 - 04.2026Read More

CNA/Mental Health Aide

Sunbelt Travel Agency/ Montana State Hospital
08.2024 - 04.2025Read More

CnA/Mental Health Aide

Shift Key Staffing Agency/Signature Psychiatric Hospital
02.2024 - 08.2024Read More

CNA/Mental Health Aide

Medical Edge Travel Agency/Colorado State Hospital
09.2023 - 02.2024Read More

CNA/Mental Health Aid

Total Med Solutions/ Eastern State Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2023Read More

CNA

Shiftkey PRN Agency
12.2021 - CurrentRead More

CNA/Patient Care Technician

Woodland Hospital
03.2021 - 12.2021Read More

CnA/CNA/Mental Health Aide

Oceans Behavioral Hospital
03.2021 - 11.2021Read More

CNA/Mental Health Aide

Help At Home Health Care
06.2018 - 03.2021Read More

CNA/Transporter

BNB Non Emergency Transport
08.2008 - 04.2018Read More

Clovis Adult School

GED
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Kajuana Taylor