Kelana Parks
Kannapolis,NC
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Advocate Health Care, skilled in patient care and vital sign monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and personalized care plans. Committed to maintaining a clean, safe environment while ensuring compliance with health regulations and providing emotional support to patients.
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.
Diligent [Desired Position] with background in providing compassionate patient care and assistance with daily activities. Successfully supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare services. Demonstrated exceptional communication and patient management skills, ensuring comfort and well-being.
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Experienced in drawing labs, EKG,Foley placement,and removal.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA 1
Advocate Health Care
05.2016 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and promoting comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to ensure accurate patient assessments.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, safe environment following infection control protocols.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to address patient needs and outcomes.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
Housekeeping Lead
Advocate Health Care
05.2016 - Current
- Supervised daily housekeeping operations, ensuring adherence to cleanliness and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on efficient cleaning techniques and equipment usage.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to enhance service delivery.
- Coordinated inventory management for cleaning supplies, optimizing resource allocation.
- Conducted regular inspections to assess compliance with health regulations and facility policies.
- Collaborated with management to establish training programs focused on best practices in housekeeping services.
- Provided constructive feedback to team members on their performance, helping them improve skills and advance professionally.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure adherence to safety, sanitation, and quality control guidelines.
- Maintained proper documentation of completed tasks, providing a clear record of activities performed during each shift.
In Home Care
Comfort Keepers
04.2013 - 05.2016
- Provide compassionate support to elderly clients, enhancing daily living activities and overall well-being.
- Facilitate social engagement through organized activities, promoting mental stimulation and emotional health.
- Monitor client health conditions, documenting changes to inform healthcare providers and family members.
- Assist with mobility needs, utilizing appropriate techniques to ensure safety during transfers and movement.
- Collaborate with families to address concerns, providing updates on client progress and care adjustments.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare professionals on any changes or concerns regularly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian School
Townsend, GA05-2004
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Care plan implementation
- Infection control measures
- Personal hygiene support
- Mobility assistance techniques
- Compassionate communication
- Health regulation compliance
- Documentation practices
- First aid administration
- Cleanliness standards enforcement
- Home safety assessments
- Time management
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Clinical documentation
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate
Timeline
CNA 1
Advocate Health Care
05.2016 - Current
Housekeeping Lead
Advocate Health Care
05.2016 - Current
In Home Care
Comfort Keepers
04.2013 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian School