Katrina Bell
Houston,TX
Summary
Patient Care Nursing Assistant with 32 years experience who supports the nursing staff in treatment and care of patients by assisting with daily life activities, transportation, cleanliness and performing basic nursing procedures taught during training and certification program. Identifies individual therapeutic requirements to care for personal needs, safety and comfort of patients and promotes positive physical, social and psychological environment. Practices medical asepsis, respects dignity and privacy with patient and family and maintains objectivity during patient care.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Nursing Assistant II
Harris Health System-LBJ Hospital
Houston, TX
02.2022 - Current
- Communicated and documented pertinent observations and information to maintain complete and accurate record of care given to patient.
- Offered direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments for patients in stable condition under general supervision of RN.
- Maximized patient safety, employed interventions and interacted with patient to increase engagement and redirect behavior.
- Recognized patient and family reactions to hospitalization, illness, procedures and staff and initiated supportive measures.
- Attended in-service programs to complete ongoing and annual organizational and departmental requirements to promote highest standard of customer relations principles for patients, visitors and fellow staff members.
- Maintained knowledge and skills necessary to meet developmental needs of patients and recognized need for continuing development.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Performed Accuchecks, 12 Lead EKG, Phlebotomy
- Document on EPIC software
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Ascend National Healthcare Staffing
Houston, TX
05.2018 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility, hospital, rehabilitation facilities, and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care19 to 30-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Family Tree Private Care
Houston, TX
04.2016 - Current
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering medication. Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, CHF, Cancer and brain injuries.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care Options In Home Care
Houston, TX
04.2010 - Current
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in their homes and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Provided wound care dressing changes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Caring Senior Service Of Houston
Houston, TX
06.2007 - 01.2010
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in homes, hospitals, and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Psychiatric Technician
Harris County Psychiatric Center
Houston, TX
06.2001 - 02.2006
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Applied interventions with clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assisted and counseled 30 patients daily
Education
Certificate - Business Administration And Management
Houston Community College
Houston, TXNurse Aide - Nursing Assistance
Transworld Academy
Houston, TX03.1994
Skills
- Home Health Care Expertise
- Personal Care Assistance
- Communicating with Patient Families
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Nutrition and Diet
- Bedsore
- Medication Administration
- Mental Health Care
- Observation Documentation
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Infection Prevention and Control
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Patient Care Nursing Assistant II
Harris Health System-LBJ Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Ascend National Healthcare Staffing
05.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Family Tree Private Care
04.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care Options In Home Care
04.2010 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Caring Senior Service Of Houston
06.2007 - 01.2010
Psychiatric Technician
Harris County Psychiatric Center
06.2001 - 02.2006
Certificate - Business Administration And Management
Houston Community College
Nurse Aide - Nursing Assistance
Transworld Academy
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