Kayla Fowlkes
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Orchard Hill Health and Rehabilitation, adept in vital signs monitoring and delivering exceptional customer service. Excelled in enhancing patient wellbeing and independence, demonstrated through mentoring new staff and improving patient satisfaction. Proven ability in time management and medical documentation, ensuring high-quality care and efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Orchard Hill Health and Rehabilitation
Towson, MD
01.2024 - Current
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumn Lake Healthcare
Parkville, MD
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients physical and mental status throughout shifts
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs
CNA
King David Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Pikesville, MD
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
CNA
Oakcrest
Rossville, MD
03.2014 - 12.2017
- Provided attentive care during patient mealtimes, ensuring appropriate dietary restrictions were followed
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques for their loved ones in order to ensure continuity of care at home after discharge from the facility
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity
GNA
Bluepoint Health and Rehab
Baltimore, MD
11.2012 - 11.2013
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Supported nursing staff members with various tasks as needed.
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Vantage House
Columbia, MD
04.2010 - 11.2013
- 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
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly
- Continuously updated knowledge in geriatric care through regular participation in professional development courses or workshops
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to geriatric patients
- Increased staff efficiency by mentoring new nursing assistants in best practices for geriatric care procedures
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior and reported developments to licensed nursing personnel
Education
Geriatric Nursing Assistant -
IT Works
01.2011
High School Diploma -
Wilde Lake High School
06.2008
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Customer service
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Medical documentation
Languages
French, Advanced
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Month
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Orchard Hill Health and Rehabilitation
01.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumn Lake Healthcare
06.2019 - 07.2023
CNA
King David Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2018 - 07.2021
CNA
Oakcrest
03.2014 - 12.2017
GNA
Bluepoint Health and Rehab
11.2012 - 11.2013
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Vantage House
04.2010 - 11.2013
Geriatric Nursing Assistant -
IT Works
High School Diploma -
Wilde Lake High School
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