Karen Petrin
Manchester,NH
Summary
Dedicated License Nursing Assistant with experience at Catholic Medical Center, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, improving patient outcomes. Proficient in safety management and problem-solving, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for diverse patient needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
License Nursing Assistant
Catholic Medical Center
Manchester, NH
07.2017 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to promote comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas for safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate and attentive care to diverse populations.
CNA
Ridgewood Care Center
Bedford, NH
10.2004 - 07.2019
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff in administering medications and monitoring vital signs efficiently.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting changes in condition and response to treatment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Implemented infection control measures, minimizing risks and promoting a safe environment for all.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Trained new CNAs on best practices for patient care and compliance with safety protocols.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and medical staff to enhance care experience.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Concord High
Concord, NH06.2004
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Patient support
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Feeding assistance
- Safety management
- Transfer techniques
- Healthcare ethics
- Mobility assistance
- Ambulation assistance
- Supply restocking
- Vitals documentation
- Ambulation
- Toileting assistance
- Range of motion exercise
- Hygiene assistance
- Patient and family communication
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Vital signs
Timeline
License Nursing Assistant
Catholic Medical Center
07.2017 - Current
CNA
Ridgewood Care Center
10.2004 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Concord High