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Keeara Scarver-Parker

Saint Paul,MN

Summary

Proficient and caring Nursing team member offering over two years of patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Allina Health
Saint Paul, United States
08.2021 - Current
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.

Certified Nursing Assistant

University Minnesota West Bank
Minneapolis, MN
Feb - 06.2021
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Nursing Assistant

Bethesda Hospital
Saint Paul, MN
12.2019 - 02.2020
  • Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or blood in urine.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Nursing Assistant

Episcopal Church Homes
Saint Paul , MN
12.2017 - Current
  • Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep informed of changes.
  • Documented all care actions by completing records and logs with and .
  • Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve .
  • Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
  • Participated in fun activities, including and with patients each to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to to maintain adherence to safety protocols.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Highland Chateau
Saint Paul, MInnesota
07.2017 - 12.2017
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in -bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Personal Care Assistant

Caring Professionals
Saint Paul , MN
06.2017 - 07.2017
  • Transported patients daily via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
  • Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
  • Helped family members plan healthy meals, purchase ingredients and cook meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Offered social support by transporting individuals to events and activities, in addition to medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
  • Cleaned residences and care areas to ensure comfort and safety of each client.
  • Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

Personal Care Assistant

Health Max Home Health Services
Saint Paul, MN
05.2017 - 06.2017
  • Transported patients daily via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
  • Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
  • Helped family members plan healthy meals, purchase ingredients and cook meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Offered social support by transporting individuals to events and activities, in addition to medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
  • Cleaned residences and care areas to ensure comfort and safety of each client.
  • Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients.
  • Kept close eye on client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.

Education

Pracitical Nursing Diploma -

Saint Paul College
Saint Paul, MN
07.2021

Nursing Assistant/HHA Certificate -

Lighthouse Training Center
Minneapolis, MN
01.2017

High School Diploma -

Jennings Experiential High School
Saint Paul, MN
06.2015

Skills

  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Patient-focused care
  • Computer literate
  • Patient privacy
  • Recording vital signs
  • Direct patient care
  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Patient assessments
  • Infection control and aseptic procedures
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Patient management
  • Observing responses
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Transporting patients
  • Conducting intakes
  • Measuring bodily fluids
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Tube feedings and medications familiarity
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Efficient and reliable team player
  • Great Communication Skills
  • Familiarity with microsoft office programs

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Allina Health
08.2021 - Current

Nursing Assistant

Bethesda Hospital
12.2019 - 02.2020

Nursing Assistant

Episcopal Church Homes
12.2017 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Highland Chateau
07.2017 - 12.2017

Personal Care Assistant

Caring Professionals
06.2017 - 07.2017

Personal Care Assistant

Health Max Home Health Services
05.2017 - 06.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

University Minnesota West Bank
Feb - 06.2021

Pracitical Nursing Diploma -

Saint Paul College

Nursing Assistant/HHA Certificate -

Lighthouse Training Center

High School Diploma -

Jennings Experiential High School

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