KAMESHA R BARROW
Pantego,NC
Summary
Dedicated CNA offering years of experience in healthcare environment. Committed to providing optimal patient care and support while providing excellent communication and organizational skills. Demonstrate strengths in building relationships, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Eastern Maine Medical Center C/o Freedom Staffing
Bangor, ME
12.2021 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, respirations and oxygen levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort, safety and responding to emergencies as needed.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting I/O's, reporting to primary nurse of any changes in patients condition.
- Worked on Cardiac Care Unit with patient ratio of 1:10.
- Floated to other units in hospital to assist with staff shortage.
CNA
Shiftkey
Dallas, TX
10.2020 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and respirations.
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility, long term care facility, and skilled rehab facility to delivery high-quality support to meet needs.
- Patient ratio 1:15
CNA
Gale Healthcare Agency
Tampa, FL
05.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote overall wellness
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations,
- Traveled to different facilities to assist with work needs and staff shortages.
- General patient ratio was 1:15
CNA/Unit Secretary
Vidant Medical Center
Greenville, NC
10.2016 - 04.2019
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates
- Obtained patient vitals, blood sugar, and daily weights
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience
- Answered phone calls to provide assistance
- Managed unit call reception and routed calls to correct area
- Provided patient information to facilitate timely admissions and discharges
- Performed clerical tasks and assisted with all unit duties as directed.
- Patient ratio 1:10
Transitional Assistant
Parables I
Washington, NC
04.2016 - 10.2016
- Assisted with development of daily living, communication and social skills
- Talked with individual, to encourage improved self-esteem and boost socialization
- Applied exceptional skills to improve in decision-making process
- Provided instruction in classroom and to cultivate learning, and social abilities.
- Client ratio 1:1
Education
Medication Aide
Harmony Health Career Training
Raleigh, NC02.2021
CNA I & II
Beaufort County Community College
Washington, NC02.2000
High School Diploma -
Northside High School
Pinetown, NC06.1991
Skills
- Vital Signs Collection
- Mobility Assistance
- Activities of Daily Living Support
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Observation Documentation
- Feeding Assistance
- Emotional and Social Support
- Phlebotomy Training
- Basic Life Support
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Patient Safety Management
- Consistent Follow Through
- Calm Under Stress
Hospital Experience
WakeMed Hospital, Raleigh, NC, Behavioral Unit, Cardiac Unit and Neuro Unit
Durham Regional Hospital, Durham, NC, Rehab Unit and Ortho Unit
Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC, Neuro Intermediate Unit, Neuro ICU and Rehab Unit
Timeline
CNA
Eastern Maine Medical Center C/o Freedom Staffing
12.2021 - Current
CNA
Shiftkey
10.2020 - Current
CNA
Gale Healthcare Agency
05.2019 - Current
CNA/Unit Secretary
Vidant Medical Center
10.2016 - 04.2019
Transitional Assistant
Parables I
04.2016 - 10.2016
Medication Aide
Harmony Health Career Training
CNA I & II
Beaufort County Community College
High School Diploma -
Northside High School