Kayla Wheeler
Springdale,AR
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Washington Regional Medical Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy, while maintaining HIPAA compliance and ensuring safety. Committed to fostering positive relationships and delivering high-quality support to diverse patient populations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/Instructional Aide
Springdale Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Assisted medically fragile Special Education Students with Activities of Daily Living such as using the restroom and eating Meals.
- Assisted School Nurse with tube feedings Trach care.
- Assisted Classroom teacher with lesson plans.
CNA/Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
Petty Medical Clinic
07.2018 - 01.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, height and weight.
- Ensured patient charts were up to date and accurate.
- Assisted Dr. Petty with medical procedures.
- Sending Referrals to outside clinics when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
CNA/Instructional Assistant
Springdale Public Schools
10.2013 - 05.2018
- Assisted medically fragile Special Education Students with Activities of Daily Living such as using the restroom and eating Meals.
- Assisted School Nurse with tube feedings Trach care.
- Assisted Classroom teacher with lesson plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Washington Regional Medical Center
09.2012 - 10.2013
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Nursing Assistant
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville, AR05-2011
Skills
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Tracheostomy care
- Complex Problem-solving
- CPR/First Aid/AED Certification through AHA
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Conflict resolution
- Physical stamina
- Infection control practices
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Collecting vital signs
- Geriatric care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Light housekeeping
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA/Instructional Aide
Springdale Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2025
CNA/Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
Petty Medical Clinic
07.2018 - 01.2022
CNA/Instructional Assistant
Springdale Public Schools
10.2013 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Washington Regional Medical Center
09.2012 - 10.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Nursing Assistant
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
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