Katrina Freely
Water Valley,MS
Summary
With a proven track record at Yalobusha General Hospital, I excel in delivering compassionate patient care and vital signs monitoring, ensuring patient dignity and safety. My expertise in patient transfers and empathetic support has significantly enhanced patient satisfaction, demonstrating a commitment to healthcare excellence and teamwork. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Yalobusha General Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Supported needs of residents under inpatient or swing bed care.
CNA
Shiftkey
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
CNA
Baptist Memorial Hospital
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Itawamba Community College
Tupelo, MS05-2025
No Degree - CNA
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS12-2020
Associate of Arts -
Itawamba Community College
Tupelo, MS05-2020
GED -
Itawamba Community College
Tupelo, MS02-2016
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Direct Patient Care
- End of life care
- Bedside manner
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Assessments
- Electronic Charting
Timeline
CNA
Yalobusha General Hospital
08.2022 - Current
CNA
Shiftkey
04.2021 - 07.2022
CNA
Baptist Memorial Hospital
10.2019 - 03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Itawamba Community College
No Degree - CNA
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Associate of Arts -
Itawamba Community College
GED -
Itawamba Community College
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