Katrina Walsh
Rayville,LA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Travel CNA with extensive experience at Rock Medical Group, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Recognized for fostering strong patient relationships and ensuring comfort, while adhering to HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to respond effectively in emergencies, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction across diverse healthcare settings.
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel CNA
Rock Medical Group
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Communicated effectively with patients to provide emotional support and reassurance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to promote hygiene.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Followed infection control protocols to minimize risks for patients and staff.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and private homes.
- Expanded professional knowledge by attending continuing education courses, seminars, and workshops relevant to the travel CNA role.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients, resulting in positive feedback from both patients and staff.
Travel CNA
Prime Time
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported medical staff during procedures by preparing necessary equipment and supplies.
- Adapted quickly to diverse healthcare environments while traveling between assignments.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient information, ensuring compliance with facility policies and regulations.
- Anticipated potential issues related to specific diagnoses or treatments based on knowledge gained from prior travel CNA experiences.
- Provided high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations, adapting to the unique needs of each assignment.
- Displayed cultural sensitivity while working with diverse populations across various geographic locations throughout the US.
- Promoted overall wellbeing by assisting patients with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and mobility support.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
CNA
Good Samaritan Society
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient environments, adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards.
- Supported patients in mobility tasks, promoting independence while ensuring safety during transfers.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
Travel CNA
Medical Solutions
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening skills and effective communication techniques that eased anxiety during transitions between facilities.
- Served as a mentor to new CNAs during their orientation period, providing guidance on facility policies and best practices for patient care.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Followed infection control protocols to minimize risks for patients and staff.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- Expanded professional knowledge by attending continuing education courses, seminars, and workshops relevant to the travel CNA role.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients, resulting in positive feedback from both patients and staff.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient information, ensuring compliance with facility policies and regulations.
- Supported medical staff during procedures by preparing necessary equipment and supplies.
- 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.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
Associate of Science - Exploring Health Science
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL05-2026
CNA -
Future Nurse Learning
Carnesville, GA09-2012
High School Diploma -
CHC Christian Academy
Merritt Island, FL02-2009
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate
- Dressing assistance
- Patient lifting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Bedside manner
- End-of-life care
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeTimeline
Travel CNA
Prime Time
08.2022 - 10.2022
Travel CNA
Rock Medical Group
10.2021 - 01.2024
CNA
Good Samaritan Society
01.2020 - 07.2022
Travel CNA
Medical Solutions
01.2017 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Exploring Health Science
Santa Fe College
CNA -
Future Nurse Learning
High School Diploma -
CHC Christian Academy