Karla Long
Lima
Summary
Skilled healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments, consistently contributing to team success. Expertise includes patient assistance, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining clean and safe environment. Recognized for strong communication, empathy, and results-driven approach. Im currently in school to obtain my ADN degree to become a RN.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STNA
Shawnee Manor, HCF Management
Lima, OH
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness of resident areas, promoting a hygienic environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resident care plans.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
Photographer
Lange Photographics, Inc.
Lima, OH
03.2022 - 10.2024
- I am a professional photographer who works with mainly kids from everything to school photos to sports shoots. We aim to get the best pictures down to the littlest detail.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
Childcare Provider
Tiny Tech University
Lima, OH
08.2020 - 10.2023
- Assisted children throughout the entire day.
- Used classroom observation to create and design projects
- Promoted good behavior by using positive reinforcement methods
- Teach children foundational skill such as colors, shapes, and letters
- Fostered positive relationships with children, promoting social skills and emotional development.
- Supervised daily activities to ensure safety and engagement in learning environments.
- Coordinated communication between parents and staff regarding child progress and concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
HUC
St. Ritas Mercy Health
Lima, OH
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Oversaw patient check-in processes and managed incoming calls in fast-paced emergency room. Coordinated appointment scheduling and facilitated communication between patients and medical staff. Addressed patient needs promptly to enhance overall care experience.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Childcare Provider
WEST OHIO CAP(formerly LACCA)
Lima, OH
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and imaginative play.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
Home Health Aide
STNA
Newberry, FL
02.2018 - 05.2018
- I worked in a group home with 7 residents. The purpose of the group home was goal based. We assisted as much as needed but tried to allow them to do as much as they could independently. We showered, changed briefs, feed, transported and many other things in that category. I've worked 12 hour shifts, dedicated to my job and love doing it.
Daycare Worker
Little Debbie's Day Care
Gainesville, FL
12.2017 - 01.2018
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children development levels.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought to parents' or guardians' attentions.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
- Implemented curriculum.
- Dressed infants and toddlers and changed their diapers.
- Communicated openly with children parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Engaged with children's on an individual basis in a pleasant manner.
- Monitored each student's educational progress with individualized charts and files.
- Made nutritious breakfast, lunches, dinners and snacks for the children.
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement method.
Factory Worker
P&G
Lima, OH
09.2017 - 11.2017
- This was a temp. Job so i worked here when i would come home from school and needed a job to go to. I packaged items like laundry soap into boxes and stacked them. It was a repeated thing everyday. We may switch groups a few times.
Education
1 - Early Childhood Education
Apollo Career Center
Lima, OH12.2020
nursing
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN12.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rhodes State College
Lima, OH01-2028
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Teamwork
- Organizational Skills
- Babysitting
- Leadership Experience
- Nursing
- Laundry
- Computer Skills
- Customer Service
- Home Care
- Caregiving
- Communications
- Meal Preparation
- Scheduling
- Experience with Children
- Childcare
- Team Management
- Food Service
- Guest Services
- Vital Signs Experience
- Teaching
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Word
- Patient care
- Continuing education
Certification
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Additional Information
- Skills
- Cna Certified
- HHA
- Home Health
- CNA
- Medical Terminology
- Cash Register
- Product Management
- Organizational Skills
- Vital Signs
- Cashier
- Customer Service
- Documentation
- Sales
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
STNA
Shawnee Manor, HCF Management
06.2023 - 11.2025
Photographer
Lange Photographics, Inc.
03.2022 - 10.2024
Childcare Provider
Tiny Tech University
08.2020 - 10.2023
Childcare Provider
WEST OHIO CAP(formerly LACCA)
01.2020 - 06.2020
HUC
St. Ritas Mercy Health
01.2019 - 07.2021
Home Health Aide
STNA
02.2018 - 05.2018
Daycare Worker
Little Debbie's Day Care
12.2017 - 01.2018
Factory Worker
P&G
09.2017 - 11.2017
nursing
Tennessee State University
1 - Early Childhood Education
Apollo Career Center
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rhodes State College