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Ke'Anna Brandon

Waco,TX

Summary

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at the Department of Veteran Affairs, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Known for compassionate support and effective communication, I enhance patient comfort and safety while fostering strong relationships. Proficient in medical terminology and committed to delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Cefco

Provided fast friendly service.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Providence Village
08.2025 - Current
  • Conducted regular rounds throughout assigned unit checking on the well-being of patients and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics during transfers and positioning, ensuring patient safety while minimizing risk of injury.
  • Assisted residents during meal times by cutting food items into smaller pieces or even feeding them when necessary ensuring they received adequate nutrition.
  • Established relationships based on trust with patients by actively listening to their concerns or fears regarding their treatment plan.
  • Contributed to a positive and supportive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues to provide seamless care transitions between shifts.
  • Assisted in daily living activities for patients, promoting independence and dignity throughout the caregiving process.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to nursing staff promptly, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.

Medical Support Assistant

Department of Veteran Affairs
07.2021 - 08.2025
  • Answer phones, greeting patients, relaying messages to appropriate staff inside or outside of the unit
  • Schedule, cancel, re-schedule patient appointments and/or consults
  • Enter no-show information and monitor appointment requests from multiple electronic sources
  • Monitor both inpatient and outpatient appointments in areas of responsibility
  • Verify and update demographics and insurance information when patients check-in for appointments
  • Coordinate administrative functions relating to emergency and non-emergency transfers to other VA facilities or private hospitals and determines appointment type based on the patient's eligibility status (i.e., TRICARE, sharing agreements, collaterals, research patient, VA employee, etc.)
  • Serve as an initial point of contact for the units, clinics, patient, call centers, CitC, to include, but not limited to, scheduling patient appointments, tracking, reviewing, and responding to electronic orders, consults, and other elements in the electronic medical record and medical systems
  • Utilize practical knowledge of computerized data entry, information processing systems and software related to patient care, the healthcare system's organization and services, basic rules and regulations governing visitors and patient treatment
  • Apply, knowledge of standard procedures, utilizing medical records, and medical terminology

Certified Nursing Assistant

Department of Veteran Affairs
04.2018 - 07.2021
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • 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.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
07.2017 - 04.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Senior Care Center
11.2015 - 07.2017

Customer Service Representative

General Dynamics
12.2012 - 10.2015
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.

Education

High School Diploma -

A.J. Moore Academy
Waco, TX
06-2010

High School Diploma -

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Active listening
  • Critical thinking
  • Data entry
  • Customer relations
  • Call center experience
  • Computer proficiency
  • Relationship building
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Call center operations
  • Microsoft outlook
  • Scheduling
  • Patient scheduling
  • Patient communication
  • Microsoft office suite proficiency
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Patient records maintenance
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Reliable team player
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Direct patient care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bathing assistance
  • Compassionate
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Basic life support
  • Bedside manner
  • Dressing assistance
  • Safety precautions
  • Patient-focused care
  • Medical terminology
  • Mobility assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Feeding assistance
  • Positioning patients
  • Inpatient care
  • Geriatric care
  • Patient relationship building
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Transfer techniques
  • Urinary catheter care

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Providence Village
08.2025 - Current

Medical Support Assistant

Department of Veteran Affairs
07.2021 - 08.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Department of Veteran Affairs
04.2018 - 07.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
07.2017 - 04.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Senior Care Center
11.2015 - 07.2017

Customer Service Representative

General Dynamics
12.2012 - 10.2015

Customer Service Representative

Cefco

High School Diploma -

A.J. Moore Academy

High School Diploma -

Ke'Anna Brandon