Kayla Matusinec
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Motivated professional with a strong work ethic and adaptability in dynamic environments. Exceptional interpersonal skills enhance patient care, multitasking, and time management. Proven ability to quickly master new skills and apply knowledge to improve patient experiences. Committed to continuous improvement and achieving positive outcomes in all interactions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Telemetry Technician Lead
Advocate Aurora Health Care
Grafton, WI
07.2023 - Current
- Completed equipment diagnostics, troubleshooting, and evaluations to enhance operational efficiency.
- Recognized life-threatening arrhythmias, responding promptly to emergency situations.
- Conducted daily unit rounds, monitoring alarms, batteries, and patient status.
- Verified employee hours against submitted timesheets, ensuring payroll accuracy.
- Developed work schedules aligned with budgets and workload priorities.
- Monitored attendance and time-off requests for compliance with company policies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advocate Aurora Health Care
Milwaukee, WI
08.2020 - 07.2023
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents efficiently.
- Monitored patient vitals and collected specimens to ensure optimal comfort.
- Assessed physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient conditions.
- Responded promptly to call lights and addressed patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities including bathing and grooming.
- Conducted routine checks on blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
- Supported daily living by serving meals and aiding in ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Froedtert Hospital
Wauwatosa, WI
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Monitored patient wounds for infection signs and healing progression.
- Repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Supplied, collected, and emptied patient bedpans consistently.
- Assisted with lifting patients onto and off beds, examination tables, and surgical tables.
- Provided physical support for patient hygiene activities such as bathing and dressing.
- Planned and served meals aligned with prescribed dietary requirements.
- Collected and packaged biological specimens for laboratory testing.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake, reporting changes to medical staff.
Caregiver
Capri Communities
Germantown, WI
03.2014 - 05.2018
- Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions, ensuring compliance with medical protocols.
- Maintained accurate medical records to track patient progress and treatment outcomes.
- Supported activities of daily living by making beds, sweeping floors, and sanitizing surfaces.
- Assisted clients with personal needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
- Documented client status and challenges in logbooks and reports for continuity of care.
- Facilitated enjoyable daily activities by obtaining sources of entertainment for clients.
- Helped clients with exercise routines to enhance overall physical well-being.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Behavior
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI05-2017
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Certified nursing assistant
- Palliative care
- CPR certification
- CBRF certification
- Telemetry monitoring and equipment operation
- Schedule management
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Cardiac Telemetry Technician Lead
Advocate Aurora Health Care
07.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advocate Aurora Health Care
08.2020 - 07.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Froedtert Hospital
05.2018 - 10.2020
Caregiver
Capri Communities
03.2014 - 05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Human Behavior
Northern Michigan University
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