Kayla Finstad
Vernal,UT
Summary
Reliable and caring certified nursing assistant with years of experience caring for elderly and vulnerable adults. Outstanding patient care with skills necessary for a diverse healthcare setting. Friendly and compassionate, with excellent interpersonal communication skills. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Canyon Home Care And Hospice
Vernal, UT
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mountain Plaza Assisted Living
Casper
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Supported needs of 50+ residents under long-term care
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity
Certified Nursing Assistant
Intermountain Home Companions
Casper
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
LifeCare Center Of Casper
Casper
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Direct Support Professional
REM Of North Dakota
Minot
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Education
Certified Nurse's Assistant Course -
Casper College
Casper, WY01.2019
High School Diploma -
Green River High School
Green River, WY09.2009
Skills
- BLS Certified (2023)
- Compassionate
- Quality patient care
- Excellent time management skills
- Positive attitude
- Charting Expertise
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Patient Relationship-Building
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Trustworthy Companion
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Calm Under Stress
- Patient-Focused Care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Canyon Home Care And Hospice
12.2022 - 12.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mountain Plaza Assisted Living
08.2021 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
LifeCare Center Of Casper
12.2019 - 01.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Intermountain Home Companions
04.2019 - 01.2021
Direct Support Professional
REM Of North Dakota
07.2017 - 12.2017
Certified Nurse's Assistant Course -
Casper College
High School Diploma -
Green River High School
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