KATHRYN MYERS
Mill Valley,CA
Summary
Adaptable professional with several years experience in elder care, as well as receptionist, customer service, sales, Certified Nursing Assistance, and applying to RN programs currently. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Currently a responsible college student and mother with good judgment, time management, and a flexible schedule. Frequently praised as hardworking and outgoing by my peers, I can be relied upon to do my best and always show up on time (early), ready to work in a professional and friendly manner.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Technician
Heartwood House
San Rafael, CA And Novato, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients, families, and fellow staff members by remaining approachable and knowledgeable about all aspects of nursing care.
- Administered medication according to each patient's medical charts and recorded vitals such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
Home Health Care Provider
Self Employed
Petaluma, California
12.2021 - Current
- Promoted activities of daily living by assisting with dressing, grooming and bathing
- Utilized computers and other electronic devices for timekeeping, inservicing, and documentation
- Followed infection control and safety policies and guidelines
- Maintained patient records and reported notable observations to supervisor and case manager
Hotel Front Desk Clerk
Motel 6 Hotel
Merced, California
08.2014 - 11.2015
- Welcomed each new arrival pleasantly and confirmed reservations and identification
- Collected room deposits, fees and payments
- Resolved service-related problems and documented actions in system
- Answered questions in person and by phone or email regarding services, rooms and hotel amenities
- Communicated with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address requests and complaints made by guests
- Made and confirmed reservations
Hotel Housekeeper
Motel 6 Hotel
Merced, California
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms after guest check out
- This included: vacuuming, stripping beds, made beds with clean sheets, mopped, scrubbed down showers, cleaned toilets
- Replenished room supplies such as drinking glasses, bathroom items, writing supplies and hotel brochures to make guests feel welcome and at home
- Communicated with other staff and supervisor if I had any concerns or saw any damaged rooms
- Performed spot-cleaning on furniture stains
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peggy's Home Care
Carmel, California
11.2010 - 04.2012
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Cooked and cleaned patient's homes to maintain a safe home environment
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Park Lane, A Classic Residence By Hyatt
Monterey, California
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- 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, Dementia, Alzheimer's, etc
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Administered medications according to Patient's Doctors Prescriptions
- Logged in Patient's medication record
Education
Pre-Nursing Candidate -
College of Marin
Kentfield, CA01.2025
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CA01.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Monterey Adult School
Monterey, CA01.2010
Nursing Pre-Requisite Coursework -
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, CA01.2008
High School Diploma -
North Monterey County High School
Castroville, CA06.2005
General Education Coursework - Psychology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA01.2005
Skills
Medication Assistance
Active Listening
Vital Signs Collection
Emotional and Social Support
Caregiver Relations
Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
Guest Registration
Front Desk Management
Critical Thinking
Certification
FIRST AID AND CPR by the American Heart Association
Timeline
Nurse Technician
Heartwood House
01.2023 - Current
Home Health Care Provider
Self Employed
12.2021 - Current
Hotel Front Desk Clerk
Motel 6 Hotel
08.2014 - 11.2015
Hotel Housekeeper
Motel 6 Hotel
05.2014 - 08.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peggy's Home Care
11.2010 - 04.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Park Lane, A Classic Residence By Hyatt
01.2008 - 01.2011
Pre-Nursing Candidate -
College of Marin
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Evergreen Valley College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Monterey Adult School
Nursing Pre-Requisite Coursework -
Monterey Peninsula College
High School Diploma -
North Monterey County High School
General Education Coursework - Psychology
University of California, Santa Cruz