Kayla Harrington
Fountain,CO
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and accustomed to delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Kind and energetic professional 6 years of diverse healthcare experience, including 3 years in psychiatric settings and 4 years transitioning from acute care to long-term care medsurg, and orthopedic settings. Accustomed to working with psychiatric, physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Demonstrated strengths in building relationships, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Proficient in assisting with ADL's , meticulous charting, and providing wound care. Possesses training in verbal de-escalation and managing behavioral crises to ensure the safety and well-being of patients. Hardworking professional who has demonstrated empathy towards individuals under challenging circumstances. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Care Aide
Primary Home Health Care
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2016 - Current
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Created, organized and maintained employee personnel files to keep sensitive data secure.
- Performed troubleshooting on networking and connectivity issues to restore connections and network access.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
Pueblo, CO
04.2021 - 04.2024
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Explained technology-related details in easy-to-understand terms to individuals from different backgrounds and in various job positions.
- Protected secure data files and regulated access.
- Maintained inventories through spot checks, complete physical inventory and reordering.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Guided new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR process.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion
- Performed crisis intervention services when needed including evaluating potential risks posed by clients' behaviors or actions.
- Developed crisis intervention protocols for responding to emotionally charged situations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Interim HealthCare
Colorado Springs, CO
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion
- Ensured that all patient care equipment was properly cleaned, sanitized, and sterilized according to established guidelines.
- Made appointments with interested customers according to schedule availability.
- Took messages and transferred calls for team and patients.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in emergency situations
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
Education
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Database Administration
- Patient Management
- Able to lift 50 Pounds
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Care Plan Implementation
- Valid Colorado Driver's License
- Activity Coordination
- Infection Control Procedures
- Electronic Charting
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Medical Records Management
- Documentation Procedures Expert
- Activity Planning
- Quick Problem Solver
- Progress Documentation
- De-Escalation Techniques
References
Nurse supervisors
Elinore 1954-549-4066
Ashttyn loflin RN 719-353-2211
Thomas Bowman RN Thomasbowman271@gmail.com 1(719)-680-2370
Lean Copeland copelandleann@gmail.com 719-650-9377
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Interim HealthCare
09.2021 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
04.2021 - 04.2024
Home Health Care Aide
Primary Home Health Care
01.2016 - Current
Pikes Peak Community College
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