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Kathryn Carter

Kathryn Carter

CNA
Lynn Haven,FL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate FL State Licensed CNA with over 9 years of experience specializing in the care of elderly and vulnerable adults. Proficient in providing care for bedridden, physically challenged, and memory-impaired residents. Known for friendly demeanor, exceptional interpersonal communication skills, and a strong sense of empathy. Demonstrated leadership abilities with attention to detail, effective verbal and written communication, consistency in care practices, meticulous record-keeping, comprehensive understanding of common disorders, and strict adherence to proper PPE and hygiene protocols.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Tech/Florida CNA/Unit Secretary

HCA Gulf Coast Hospital
10.2022 - Current
  • Provide assistance and basic care to patients also doing accu checks, performing blood pressure, pulse, temperature checks and assisting nursing staff with patient assessments or performing physical exams. To also include change bedding, feeds, and helps patients perform self-care tasks like bathing and using the restroom. Transporting patients, assisting with admissions and discharging. Answering phone calls and directing inquiries to the appropriate staff or departments. Relaying messages accurately and promptly. Coordinating appointments, procedures, and consultations for patients. Facilitating communication between healthcare professionals, patients, and their families.

Patient Care Giver

Life Line Homecare
12.2020 - 09.2022
  • Administer bedside or personal care, such as ambulation or personal hygiene assistance. Prepare and maintain records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition. Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or running errands. Care for individual or family convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help in adjusting To new lifestyles. Help with emotional & mental state to ensure safe and comfortable atmosphere. Transport patients to appointments, grocery, beauty shops and senior center. Knowledge sets include: chores.

Environmental Services

Hardin Memorial Hospital
05.2019 - 04.2020
  • Performed heavy cleaning duties such as removing rubbish, maintaining furniture, cleaning fixtures, cleaning floors, washing walls, washing glass. Notified management of repair needs. Moved and dusted furniture and fixtures. Maintained restrooms. Gathered and disposed of trash. Washed and relined waste containers. Maintained floors and carpets. Used prescribed solutions to clean ceilings, walls, blinds, windows. Followed procedures for using chemical cleaners, power equipment. Followed specs when preparing cleaning solutions. Complied with all regulations and corporate custodial guidelines. Adhered to all environmental, safety and health regulations.

Print Assistant 2

Fischbach
11.2017 - 03.2019
  • Assisted various printers each day with materials needed to perform specific task. Trained new team members on various navigational duties, including and provided support and mentoring. Handled artwork, including color sheets, transparencies with extreme care and caution, following all Fischbach requirements. Maintained work area and surrounding areas by removing trash, wiping down tables and restocking supplies. Adhered to all safety procedures and protocols when using equipment and moving hazardous chemicals to prevent mishaps and accidents. Performed work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy.

Office Assistance/CSR

Kelly Temp Services/Altec Industries
09.2015 - 01.2016
  • Basic secretary/office position. Answer phones, file papers, computer schedules and greeting associates.

Youth Worker 2

Dept for Juvenile Justice
02.2014 - 11.2014
  • Ensured compliance with sentences. Maintained case records and appropriate documentation. Completed reports on offenders progress. Informed offenders of conditional release requirements. Counseled offenders on making better life decisions. Maintained frequent contact with offenders. Acted as a liaison with other officers, community agencies, and aftercare facilities. Participated in regular staff trainings. Encouraged positive behavioral change Administered drug tests.
  • Other certification(s):
  • CPR & FIRST AID, DRUG SCREENING, AKEIDO SAFETY CONTROL
  • CPR Certified, Emergency first aid kits, Emergency medical services first aid kits, Fire extinguishers, First Aid, Laptop computers, Liaison, Procedures, Reports, Requirements, Review, Safety. Knowledge sets include: CPR, crisis intervention, first aid, offenders

Concierge/admissions

Genesis Healthcare
03.2013 - 07.2013
  • Provided personal service to senior living facility residents. Greeted people at the door. Provided information on the local area, the facilities and available guest services. Promptly answered inquiries and requests. Cleaned and tidied work areas. Assisted in arranging personal services such as doctors.
  • Prioritized workload. Oversaw special event planning. Directed orderly procedures during emergencies. Maintained neat appearance in compliance with dress code. Maintained facility records. My accomplishments included: Admitting and discharge services for patients in rehab department. Knowledge sets include: Coordination, Facilitating, Organization, Planning, Procedures. Project Managing Director

Director

Central Community Action Council
07.2012 - 01.2013
  • Recruit, interview, and hire or sign up volunteers and staff. Evaluate the work of staff and volunteers To ensure that programs are of appropriate quality and that resources are used effectively. Ensured the Food Safety Requirements were met, Evaluated and setup computer forms for email purposes To save program funds. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, government officials, and media representatives and use these relationships
  • Develop new business opportunities.
  • Write interesting and effective press releases. prepare information for media kits and develop and maintain company Internet or intranet web pages
  • Identify main client groups and audiences, determine the best way To communicate publicly information To them, and develop and implement a communication plan. Provide one on one communication with disabled and 60 + age group. Grant writing To enhance program funds. Maintained monthly meal and monitoring report.

Site Manager

Central Community Action Council
04.2009 - 07.2012
  • Oversee activities directly related To providing services. Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data To measure productivity and goal achievement and To determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement. Created activity charts for senior citizens, fundraising yard sales. bake sales. Pepsi Cola fundraising. Assisted senior citizens with Medicare. Medicaid, SNAP Programs. Weatherization, LI-Heap, Commodities, KY Vision Programs and medical transportation CATS/TACK. Organized field trips and planned outings.

Education

No Degree - Social Work

Elizabethtown Community & Technical College
Elizabethtown

CNA Certification & License - CNA Certification & License

Gulf Coast State College
Port St. Joe, FL

High School Diploma -

East Hardin High School
Glendale, KY
05.1989

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • CPR certification
  • Patient observation
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Catheter care
  • Infection control standards
  • Basic life & ADL support
  • Specimen collection
  • Feeding assistance
  • Patient positioning
  • Adaptable
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient services
  • Emergency response
  • Patient education
  • Data collection
  • EKG interpretation
  • Mobility assistance
  • Clinical training
  • Information protection
  • Infection prevention
  • Emotional support
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Healthy meal preparation
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Corrective action planning
  • Wound care
  • Qualified in patient transport
  • Team collaboration
  • Acute care
  • Compassionate care
  • Active listening
  • End-of-life care
  • Safety protocols
  • Patient advocacy
  • Health monitoring
  • Physical therapy support
  • Patient mobility training
  • Healthcare expertise
  • Basic nursing care
  • Patient assistance
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Restocking supplies
  • Patient hygiene management
  • Bed preparation
  • Monitoring patient conditions
  • Feeding assistance specialist
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Vitals documentation
  • Time management
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient-focused care
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Vital signs
  • Recording vital signs
  • Empathy and compassionate care
  • Calm under stress
  • Attention to detail
  • Direct patient care
  • CPR/AED
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Patient care
  • Electronic charting
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Emotional and social support
  • Inpatient care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Client documentation
  • Activities of daily living ADL support
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Blood sugar monitoring
  • CNA certification
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient assessments
  • Electronic recordkeeping
  • Family communication
  • Heavy lifting
  • Transporting patients
  • Room cleaning and restocking

Timeline

Patient Care Tech/Florida CNA/Unit Secretary

HCA Gulf Coast Hospital
10.2022 - Current

Patient Care Giver

Life Line Homecare
12.2020 - 09.2022

Environmental Services

Hardin Memorial Hospital
05.2019 - 04.2020

Print Assistant 2

Fischbach
11.2017 - 03.2019

Office Assistance/CSR

Kelly Temp Services/Altec Industries
09.2015 - 01.2016

Youth Worker 2

Dept for Juvenile Justice
02.2014 - 11.2014

Concierge/admissions

Genesis Healthcare
03.2013 - 07.2013

Director

Central Community Action Council
07.2012 - 01.2013

Site Manager

Central Community Action Council
04.2009 - 07.2012

No Degree - Social Work

Elizabethtown Community & Technical College

CNA Certification & License - CNA Certification & License

Gulf Coast State College

High School Diploma -

East Hardin High School

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