Katricia Thomas
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Salem Health - Hospital (Aya Healthcare)
Salem, OR
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- 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.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- 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.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
CNA
Dallas Retirement Village (Fusion)
Dallas, OR
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
CNA
Marklund Wasmond Center (Fusion)
Elgin, IL
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
CNA
Maquis Centennial(Fusion)
Portland, OR
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
CNA
Alavon Care Center- Keizer (Fusion)
Salem, OR
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
CNA
Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Windsor, CO
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
CNA
North Mountain Medical and Rehab
Phoenix, AZ
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Patient Care Technician
Harborview Medical Center
Seattle, WA
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
Patient Care Technician
Women's Hospital Of Texas
Houston, TX
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital
Houston, TX
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Collected and labeled specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
CNA
Brookdale Senior Living Center
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
CNA
Village of Meyerland
Houston, TX
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
CNA
Senior Care Center Westwood
Houston, TX
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
CNA
Manor Care
Carlisle, PA
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
CNA
Forest Park Health Center
Carlisle, PA
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
CNA
Claremont Nursing and Rehab
Carlisle, PA
10.2016 - 12.2016
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA08.2016
High School Diploma -
Chambersburg Area Senior High School
Chambersburg, PA06.2005
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Charting
- Transporting Patients
- Mobility Assistance
- Infection Control Procedures
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Patient Relations
- Patient-Focused Care
- Complex Problem-Solving
Certification
- CNA License
- Hawaii Number: HITX0015679E Expiration: 04/30/2024
- New York Number: NYTX0446265R Expiration: 04/30/2024
- Tennessee Number: 211714 Expiration: 05/01/2024
- Florida Number: CNA 408078 Expiration: 05/31/2024
- New Mexico Number: NMTX222375406R Expiration: 05/31/2024
- Virginia Number: 1401215204 Expiration: 05/31/2024
- North Dakota Number: 96835 Expiration: 06/25/2024
- Maine Number: CNA 91245 Expiration: 07/06/2024
- Wisconsin Number: WI035179501328 Expiration: 07/31/2024
- Montana Number: 401776 Expiration: 07/31/2024
- Colorado Number: NA 00810208 Expiration: 01/31/2025
- Missouri Number: M0027038701520 Expiration: 02/28/2025
- Nevada Number: 849804 Expiration: 07/02/2025
- Oregon Number: 202204175CNA Expiration: 07/02/2025
- Arizona Number: CNA 269314 Expiration: 07/31/2025
Timeline
CNA
Salem Health - Hospital (Aya Healthcare)
11.2023 - 05.2024
CNA
Dallas Retirement Village (Fusion)
07.2023 - 11.2023
CNA
Marklund Wasmond Center (Fusion)
03.2023 - 04.2023
CNA
Maquis Centennial(Fusion)
12.2022 - 03.2023
CNA
Alavon Care Center- Keizer (Fusion)
10.2022 - 11.2022
CNA
Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 08.2022
CNA
North Mountain Medical and Rehab
03.2022 - 04.2022
Patient Care Technician
Harborview Medical Center
12.2021 - 02.2022
Patient Care Technician
Women's Hospital Of Texas
11.2020 - 11.2021
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital
07.2019 - 11.2020
CNA
Village of Meyerland
09.2018 - 06.2019
CNA
Brookdale Senior Living Center
08.2018 - 07.2019
CNA
Senior Care Center Westwood
07.2018 - 12.2018
CNA
Manor Care
06.2017 - 04.2018
CNA
Forest Park Health Center
12.2016 - 05.2017
CNA
Claremont Nursing and Rehab
10.2016 - 12.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Harrisburg Area Community College
High School Diploma -
Chambersburg Area Senior High School
- CNA License
- Hawaii Number: HITX0015679E Expiration: 04/30/2024
- New York Number: NYTX0446265R Expiration: 04/30/2024
- Tennessee Number: 211714 Expiration: 05/01/2024
- Florida Number: CNA 408078 Expiration: 05/31/2024
- New Mexico Number: NMTX222375406R Expiration: 05/31/2024
- Virginia Number: 1401215204 Expiration: 05/31/2024
- North Dakota Number: 96835 Expiration: 06/25/2024
- Maine Number: CNA 91245 Expiration: 07/06/2024
- Wisconsin Number: WI035179501328 Expiration: 07/31/2024
- Montana Number: 401776 Expiration: 07/31/2024
- Colorado Number: NA 00810208 Expiration: 01/31/2025
- Missouri Number: M0027038701520 Expiration: 02/28/2025
- Nevada Number: 849804 Expiration: 07/02/2025
- Oregon Number: 202204175CNA Expiration: 07/02/2025
- Arizona Number: CNA 269314 Expiration: 07/31/2025
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