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Karen Bowlding

Annapolis,Maryland

Summary

Adept Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in providing exceptional patient care, notably at Heartfields Rehabilitation and Living Assistance. Demonstrated success in Alzheimer's and Dementia care, enhancing patient well-being through effective communication and compassionate support. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient lifting, significantly improving patient comfort and safety. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Area of expertise and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Amada Senior Care
Annapolis, MD
07.2022 - 04.2024
  • 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 wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Cashier Assistant

Giant Foods
Annapolis Md
11.2019 - 12.2022
  • Met customer needs through polite, friendly and attentive service.
  • Maintained a clean and safe workspace, ensuring proper sanitation protocols were followed.
  • Handled cash drawer responsibly, accurately counting change and ensuring daily balances were correct.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Response Senior Care
Annapolis, MD
02.2022 - 10.2022
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Baywoods Of Annapolis
Annapolis MD
06.2019 - 06.2020

I worked with one resident who had early Dementia Alzheimer's. I bathed, groomed, prepared meals and did laundry .We went to activities church and other oustide events. These things helped to get her back to being a more comfortable individual dealing with others.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Heartfields Rehabilitation and Living Assistance
Bowie MD
06.2016 - 05.2018

I worked in the Memory Dementia Alzheimer's unit which also had hospice and respite care. I bathed, groomed feed those who couldn't feed feed themselves, laundry and activities. All of these things made them feel apart of living and having fun. I made a big impact to this facility by observing the residents changes and giving reports to administrative staff. Made quality suggestions that help myself and coworkers to enhance the proper quality of care to the residents.

Education

Computer Programming -

Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate - Nursing

It Works Learning Center
Annapolis MD
01.2008

High School Diploma - General Studies

Fairmont Heights Senior High
Fairmont Heights Md
05.1980

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Compassionate
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
  • Basic Life Support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bedside manner
  • Dressing assistance
  • Safety Precautions
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Patient-focused care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Positioning Patients
  • Patient Lifting
  • Transfer Techniques
  • Urinary Catheter Care
  • Inpatient Care
  • Transporting patients
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Light Housekeeping

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Amada Senior Care
07.2022 - 04.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Response Senior Care
02.2022 - 10.2022

Cashier Assistant

Giant Foods
11.2019 - 12.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Baywoods Of Annapolis
06.2019 - 06.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Heartfields Rehabilitation and Living Assistance
06.2016 - 05.2018

Computer Programming -

Prince George's Community College

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate - Nursing

It Works Learning Center

High School Diploma - General Studies

Fairmont Heights Senior High
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