Karen Lewis
Ellensburg,WA
Summary
Compassionate CNA with extensive experience at Prestige Senior Living, adept at monitoring vital signs and implementing personalized care plans. Recognized for fostering patient independence and safety through effective communication and attention to detail. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and enhancing emotional well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Self Employed Services
Ellensburg, WA
08.2024 - Current
- Enabled patient support in daily living activities to promote independence and comfort.
- Directed monitoring of vital signs and meticulously documented fluctuations in patient conditions.
- Directed medication administration in accordance with prescriptions, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families navigating challenging situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to design and implement tailored care plans.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient needs to optimize care strategies.
- Oversaw patient hygiene practices by coordinating shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing activities.
- Safeguarded patient information confidentiality in strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines while promoting effective communication among team members regarding critical updates.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
CNA, Float Pool
Prestige Senior Living
Wa/AK/MT
11.2019 - 07.2024
- Facilitated patient support in daily living activities to promote comfort and independence.
- Oversaw monitoring of vital signs to uphold patient health and safety standards.
- Partnered with nursing staff to execute personalized care plans with precision.
- Recorded patient progress and condition changes for comprehensive healthcare team evaluation.
- Facilitated mobility and physical therapy exercises to enhance recovery and strength.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient areas to uphold hygiene standards.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting regular room inspections to uphold a clean and hazard-free environment.
- Monitored patient movements and implemented interventions to minimize fall incidents.
- Exhibited flexibility and adaptability by efficiently transitioning between hospital units in response to changing staffing requirements.
- Facilitated patient mobility by executing safe transfers to and from beds, wheelchairs, and other equipment.
- Facilitated continuity of care by delivering comprehensive patient updates during shift handoffs with fellow CNAs and nursing staff members.
- Supported nursing staff in executing wound care procedures, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols.
- Fostered positive team culture through active participation in staff meetings and sharing innovative process improvement ideas.
- Optimized patient admissions and discharges by preparing rooms, gathering required paperwork, and coordinating transportation logistics.
- Engaged in continuous training programs to enhance nursing care expertise and ensure compliance with regulatory updates.
- Streamlined mealtime routines for patients requiring feeding assistance, ensuring optimal nutrition and dignity during meals.
- Delivered emotional support to patients during challenging medical procedures, fostering a calming environment.
- Monitored and recorded patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospital Administration/Business Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfers
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Infection control practices
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Compassionate
- Patient-focused care
- Electronic charting
- Patient relationship building
- Responding to emergencies
Certification
Washington State Certified Nurse Assistant NC60014412
Timeline
CNA
Self Employed Services
08.2024 - Current
CNA, Float Pool
Prestige Senior Living
11.2019 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Hospital Administration/Business Management
Western Governors University