Kasey Chmela
Lowell,WI
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
CNA
Crossroads Care Center
Mayville, WI
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Food Service Aide
Beaver Dam Hospital
Beaver Dam, WI
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Distributed meals to facility residents and collected trays and utensils after meals, circulating dining areas to anticipate and meet residents' food service needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dining areas, adhering closely to health regulations and organizational standards.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items.
- Assessed plated food for presentation and verified correct serving temperature and serving size.
- Set up, broke down and maintained order of buffet tables and other self-service areas, restocking with food items and utensils.
- Committed specified dietary restrictions, preferences or allergies to memory and verified that meals conformed to requirements prior to delivery.
- Assisted in ingredient and meal preparation according to recipe specifications, individual dietary restrictions and culinary best practices.
Crew Member
Wendy’s
Beaver Dam , Wisconsin
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Took orders, prepared meals and collected payments.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service and sales techniques.
- Addressed guest needs, questions or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Supported great dining and meal experiences for guests.
- Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dodgeland High School
Juneau, WI 09.2009 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Moraine Park
West Bend 07.2022 - 08.2022
Skills
CNA
Feeding assistance expert
Documenting behaviors
Observing responses
Conducting intakes
Supporting personal needs
Responding to emergencies
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Patient Management
Measuring bodily fluids
Transporting patients
Recording vital signs
Compassionate
Trustworthy companion
Patient-focused care
Hospital operations
Safe food handling
Patient care
ServSafe
Menu memorization
Mental control
Critical Thinking
Written Communication
Accomplishments
- Achieved my CNA
- I work very well with people
Certification
Certified nursing assistant
Timeline
CNA
Crossroads Care Center
08.2022 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Moraine Park
07.2022 - 08.2022
Food Service Aide
Beaver Dam Hospital
01.2022 - 08.2022
Crew Member
Wendy’s
01.2021 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Dodgeland High School
09.2009 - Current