KaLicia Strassburg
Hanska,MN
Summary
Dedicated CNA with proven expertise in patient care and HIPAA compliance, honed at Oak Hills Living Center. Excelled in providing compassionate support and maintaining patient dignity, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in time management and attentive to detail, ensuring safety and confidentiality. Achieved notable improvements in patient comfort and independence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
HSSS (CNA)
Saint Peter Regional Treatment Center
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
Oak Hills Living Center
12.2009 - 08.2020
- 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.
92G Culinary Specialist
Army Nation Guard
10.2012 - 09.2018
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks, ensuring optimal functionality for efficient meal preparation.
- Coordinated with other departments for smooth operation during special events, ensuring proper communication and execution of tasks between teams.
- Consistently followed standardized recipes while also making necessary adjustments based on availability of ingredients or desired taste profiles.
- Demonstrated versatility in culinary skills by preparing a wide variety of dishes from different cuisines as per specific requirements or theme-based occasions.
- Provided excellent customer service to military personnel, addressing any concerns or special requests promptly and professionally.
- Showcased creativity in plating techniques and garnishing methods that enhanced the visual appeal of served dishes.
- Supervised weekend kitchen activities, successfully cooking for more than 150 soldiers during drills.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
Rasmussen College
Mankato, MN05-2013
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- End-of-life care
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
HSSS (CNA)
Saint Peter Regional Treatment Center
08.2020 - Current
92G Culinary Specialist
Army Nation Guard
10.2012 - 09.2018
CNA
Oak Hills Living Center
12.2009 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
Rasmussen College
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