Kellie Washington
West Palm Beach
Summary
I am a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant and full-time nursing student with a strong foundation in health sciences and extensive hands-on clinical experience. I have worked across diverse healthcare settings, including skilled nursing facilities, intensive care units, neuromedicine, and orthopedic trauma, where I have developed exceptional patient care skills, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Partner, Ortho Trauma
SSM Saint Louis University Hospital
Saint Louis
06.2025 - Current
- Cared for and monitored patients in traction.
- Provided wound care services such as changing dressings or applying topical ointments.
- Performed intermittent catheterization on patients, ensuring proper technique and minimizing risk of infection.
- Monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and health.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams for optimal patient care.
- Ensured proper functionality of wound vac systems by regularly replacing canisters.
- Provided compassionate support to enhance patient well-being.
- Observed and reported changes in patients' physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions to the nursing staff.
Patient Care Technician, Nuero Med
Barnes Jewish Hospital I
Saint Louis
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Monitor and document seizure activity and assist during events.
- Assist patients with stroke recovery exercises under nursing supervision.
- Help manage patients with neuromuscular disorders (ALS, Parkinson's).
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
Patient Care Technician, ICU
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Roseville
09.2021 - 11.2024
- Responded quickly and calmly during emergencies or crisis situations within the ICU unit.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess patient status and responded promptly to any changes or alarms.
- Monitored changes in patient conditions using various equipment such as EKG machines.
- Assisted with intubations, chest tubes, central lines, arterial lines and other invasive procedures.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times for both patients and their families.
- Provided end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain School of Nursing
05-2028
Bachelor of Health Science -
California State University
Sacramento05-2024
High School Diploma -
Trinity Catholic Highschool
Saint Louis, MO05-2019
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital Signs
- CPR/BLS
- Patient Assessment
- Infection Control
- Charting
- Medical Terminology
- Mental Health
- Daily Needs
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Empathy
Certification
- CNA
Timeline
Care Partner, Ortho Trauma
SSM Saint Louis University Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician, Nuero Med
Barnes Jewish Hospital I
12.2024 - 05.2025
Patient Care Technician, ICU
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
09.2021 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain School of Nursing
Bachelor of Health Science -
California State University
High School Diploma -
Trinity Catholic Highschool