Kayla Curtis
Port Richey
Summary
Compassionate and empathetic healthcare professional with extensive experience in patient care and clinical documentation. Proven ability to implement individualized care plans and train new staff, ensuring high standards of patient safety and comfort.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/PST
St. Joseph's Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and self-esteem among clients.
- Monitored vital signs, maintaining accurate records for healthcare team review.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans effectively.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
CNA/PCT Preceptor
HCA Bayonet Point Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Trained new staff on patient care protocols and hospital procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety standards.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
CNA
Utopia Home Health
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Supported new staff training programs to enhance team efficiency and service quality.
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
CNA
Bear Creek Nursing Center
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Provided compassionate care while maintaining resident dignity and privacy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Maintained cleanliness of resident areas, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records system for compliance and continuity of care.
Education
High School Diploma -
River Ridge High School
New Port Richey, FL06-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
PHSC
New Port Richey, FLAssociate of Science -
HCC
Tampa, FLSkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfers
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
Accomplishments
- Achieved Tele Certification by completing in person class and proctored exam with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved becoming trained as HUC
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA/PST
St. Joseph's Hospital
12.2024 - Current
CNA/PCT Preceptor
HCA Bayonet Point Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2024
CNA
Utopia Home Health
12.2020 - 05.2021
CNA
Bear Creek Nursing Center
05.2019 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
River Ridge High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
PHSC
Associate of Science -
HCC