Katisha Youngs
Oakville,CT
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
State OF Connecticut Department OF Veterans Affair
RockyHill, CT
07.2018 - 07.2025
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Private Duty
Tommy Hilfiger
Southbury, CT
06.2010 - 07.2018
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
CNA
River Glenn Health Care Center
Southbury, CT
02.2003 - 03.2018
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Stone Academy
Waterbury, CTSkills
- Patient care
- Vital sign assessment
- Infection control
- Charting documentation
- Mobility assistance
- Patient transport
Timeline
CNA
State OF Connecticut Department OF Veterans Affair
07.2018 - 07.2025
Private Duty
Tommy Hilfiger
06.2010 - 07.2018
CNA
River Glenn Health Care Center
02.2003 - 03.2018
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Stone Academy