Katelynn Storms
7291 Celt Rd. ,VA
Summary
Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant with 5 years of experience, skilled in HIPAA compliance and delivering compassionate bedside care. Proven ability to reduce fall incidents by implementing safety measures, while fostering strong patient relationships through empathetic communication. Adept at electronic charting and teamwork, consistently enhancing patient satisfaction and care quality in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private/Care.com
Warrenton, VA
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being.
- Educated families on patient care instructions, fostering understanding and involvement.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Connectrn
Warrenton, VA
09.2021 - 09.2025
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Caring Senior Service
Haymarket, VA
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maxim Healthcare
Manassas, VA
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Maintained accurate patient records to ensure compliance with care standards.
- Trained new staff on procedures, enhancing team efficiency and care quality.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
Healthcare
Germanna Community College
Locust Dale, VA08.2020
Skills
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Bathing assistance
Collecting vital signs
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Basic life support
Bedside manner
Safety precautions
Electronic charting
Mobility assistance
Documenting behaviors
End-of-life care
Patient lifting
Urinary catheter care
Ambulation assistance
Responding to emergencies
Colostomy care
Monitoring fluids
Range of motion exercises
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Caring Senior Service
10.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private/Care.com
10.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Connectrn
09.2021 - 09.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maxim Healthcare
07.2021 - 04.2022
Healthcare
Germanna Community College