Kaley Exum Peters
Montrose,CO
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience at Montrose Regional Health, skilled in patient-focused care and electronic charting. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through diligent monitoring and effective communication. Recognized for maintaining high standards of hygiene and fostering a positive healing environment while supporting diverse patient needs.
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients, and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hope Springs Care Center
Montrose, CO
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence- bathing, grooming, feeding, dressing and toileting.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to promote safety.
- Provided compassionate support to patients, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Assisted with patient transferring and handling.
- Trained in using equipment such as hoyer lifts, sit to stand, and sara stedy.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for effective communication.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Montrose Regional Health-Medical Surgical Unit
Montrose, CO
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, promptly reporting abnormal findings to the RN to ensure early intervention and patient safety.
- Assisted post-operative patients with ambulation, ADLs, and mobility exercises to promote recovery and reduce complications.
- Collected specimens (urine, stool, sputum) and accurately recorded intake and output to support diagnostic evaluation and fluid balance monitoring.
- Supported infection control measures by practicing proper hand hygiene, PPE use, and disinfecting patient care equipment.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring smooth transitions and accurate handoff communication.
- Maintained fall prevention protocols through hourly rounding, bed alarms, and safe transfer techniques, reducing patient injury risk.
- Collaborated with RNs, LPNs, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
Education
GED -
Pueblo Community College Southwest
Durango, COAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Colorado Mesa University
Montrose, AR05-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Electronic charting
- Patient-focused care
- End-of-life care
- Ambulation assistance
- Geriatric care
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- CNA certification
Accomplishments
Clinical Experience
Long term care- Delivered compassionate care to geriatric patients by assisting with ADLs, administering medications, and monitoring for changes in condition while emphasizing safety and dignity.
Medical Surgical- Gained experience in perioperative care, radiology nursing, same-day surgery, emergency care, and oncology, including pre-op preparation, intra-op observation, post-op monitoring, IV insertions, medication administration, infusion pump management, wound care, and port removal.
Mental Health- Applied therapeutic communication techniques, observed group and individual therapy sessions, and participated in case management for patients with complex psychiatric and social needs.
Pediatric and Obstetrics- Assisted with labor and delivery care, observed cesarean sections, supported breastfeeding education, performed newborn assessments, and gained experience in NICU stabilization and women’s health.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant (NA.00804255, EX 01/31/2027)
- CPR/BLS certified
- Dementia and Alzheimer's training and certification
- Stewards of Children Training
- An Introduction to culturally and linguistically appropriate services (CLAS)
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hope Springs Care Center
05.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Montrose Regional Health-Medical Surgical Unit
08.2021 - 01.2024
GED -
Pueblo Community College Southwest
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Colorado Mesa University