Katrina Downs
CNA
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience skilled in patient-focused care and vital sign monitoring. Proven ability to implement individualized care plans and provide emotional support, enhancing patient comfort and dignity. Reliable team player adept at adapting to diverse healthcare environments while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Knowledgeable CNA with solid foundation in patient care and support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and enhance patient comfort. Demonstrated efficiency in managing patient records and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Provided compassionate patient care in various healthcare settings while traveling to multiple locations.
- Implemented individualized care plans based on each patient''s unique needs, ensuring optimal outcomes for both short-term assignments and long-term placements.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by quickly acclimating to new healthcare environments, policies, and procedures during various travel assignments.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
Los Angeles County
03.2009 - 08.2019
- Assisted in daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during activities.
- Supported nursing staff by maintaining accurate patient records and documentation.
- Learned to operate medical equipment under supervision, enhancing patient support capabilities.
- Communicated effectively with patients, addressing concerns and providing emotional support.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, promoting a hygienic environment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen levels with respiration.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Rancho High School
Pico Rivera, CACertificated Nursing Assistant -
East Los Angeles Skill Center
Los Angeles, CA06-2009
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Electronic charting
- Patient-focused care
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
- Patient lifting
- Urinary catheter care
- Ambulation assistance
- Transporting patients
- Colostomy care
- Restraint application
- Outpatient care
- Pediatric care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- G-tube care
- Toileting assistance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - Current
CNA
Los Angeles County
03.2009 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
El Rancho High School
Certificated Nursing Assistant -
East Los Angeles Skill Center