Katrina Long
Chattanooga
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at American House, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans, ensuring dignity and comfort for all residents.
Healthcare professional committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
American House
03.2022 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments, contributing to individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Trained new staff on best practices for resident care and safety procedures.
- Enhanced patient mobility by implementing tailored exercise regimens under supervision.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, maintaining compliance standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex patient needs effectively.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Phlebotomist
Nhc Healthcare of Chattanooga
10.2020 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering positive relationships during care transitions.
- Conducted inventory management of medical supplies, ensuring availability for patient needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.also did lads at nhc as well. im also a phlebotomist.
CNA
Lifecare of Red Bank
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Led initiatives for improving infection control practices within the facility, promoting a safe environment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
CNA
Orange Grove Center
05.2015 - 09.2018
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
Phlebotomist Certification - Medical Microbiology And Bacteriology
Urban League of Chattanooga
401 E Martin Luther King Boulevard Suite 30105-2024
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Emergency response
- Wound care
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Multitasking and organization
- Recording vital signs
- Direct patient care
- Medical terminology
- Inpatient care
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Specimen handling
- Butterfly needle technique
- Sample and specimen collection
- Patient confidentiality
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Blood culture collection
- Capillary puncture
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant/
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
CNA
American House
03.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Phlebotomist
Nhc Healthcare of Chattanooga
10.2020 - 09.2025
CNA
Lifecare of Red Bank
09.2018 - 06.2020
CNA
Orange Grove Center
05.2015 - 09.2018
Phlebotomist Certification - Medical Microbiology And Bacteriology
Urban League of Chattanooga
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