Kathryn Kessler

I'm seeking a new career in CNA WORK. I'm getting ready to take my state board test January 17 2024

• Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized styling advice and outfit recommendations.
• Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
• 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.
• Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
• Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
• Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
• Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
• 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.
• Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
• Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
• Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.