Kelsey Meiers
Loami,IL
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at HSHS St. Johns Hospital, delivering exceptional patient-focused care. Skilled in collecting vital signs and promoting independence through mobility assistance, while fostering emotional support and companionship. Recognized for enhancing patient comfort and wellbeing through dedicated service and effective communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
HSHS St. Johns Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Concordia Village
08.2021 - 12.2022
- 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.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
Nursing
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, ILHigh School Diploma -
New Berlin High School
New Berlin, IL05-2021
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Documenting behaviors
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
Accomplishments
- Achieved a Bee award by introducing patience and providing the best care for daily tasks.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
HSHS St. Johns Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Concordia Village
08.2021 - 12.2022
Nursing
Lincoln Land Community College
High School Diploma -
New Berlin High School
BEE award
While working at my current job I have received a total of two Bee awards. I have been recognized for the patience I have showed and the respect I have given while providing patient care.