Karen Kostka
Hard Worker, Dependable, Dedicated, Reliable Worker
Coker,AL
Summary
Nursing Assistant supporting patient comfort, safety, and daily care in home and clinical settings. Delivers ADL assistance, vital signs monitoring, medication support, and documentation while reporting changes in condition to licensed staff. Builds trust with patients through bathing, grooming, mobility help, and calm companionship.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Scanning cards for Mercedes
Road And Rail Mercedes
01.2018 - 08.2025
- Provided personal care support to residents while maintaining dignity, comfort, and privacy.
- Assisted residents with mobility needs during transfers, walking, and positioning throughout the day.
- Supported meal preparation and served meals according to individual care routines and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and reported concerning changes to the care team promptly.
Nursing Assistant
Karen Kostka
06.1992 - 04.2016
- Monitored 7 patients per shift and reported changes in condition to the physician.
- Assisted patients with bed transfers, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily living.
- Administered prescribed oral medications under physician direction and tracked patient records, condition, and progress.
- Checked pulse, temperature, and respiration, then reported observations for follow-up care.
- Prepared meals according to prescribed diets and handled changing linens, laundry, and room cleanliness.
- Changed dressings, applied basic treatments, accompanied clients to appointments, and provided companionship.
Veterinarian technician
Jerry C Tim Moore veterinarian
02.1979 - 09.1989
- Prepared animals and exam areas for appointments, helping keep patient visits organized and efficient.
- Monitored patients during visits and reported changes in behavior or condition to the veterinarian.
- Assisted with routine procedures, maintaining calm handling and proper restraint throughout treatment.
- Recorded patient information accurately to support treatment decisions and follow-up care.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent - General Studies
Holt High School
Tuscaloosa, ALSkills
Activities of daily living assistance
Patient mobility assistance
Personal hygiene support
Meal preparation
Medication administration
Vital signs monitoring
Patient record keeping
Wound dressing changes
Fall prevention
Patient companionship
Hospice care
Behavioral observation
Timeline
Scanning cards for Mercedes
Road And Rail Mercedes
01.2018 - 08.2025
Nursing Assistant
Karen Kostka
06.1992 - 04.2016
Veterinarian technician
Jerry C Tim Moore veterinarian
02.1979 - 09.1989
High School Diploma or Equivalent - General Studies
Holt High School