Kelsey Waller
Hannibal,MO
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Maple Lawn Nursing Home
Palmyra, MO
02.2024 - Current
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
CNA/Hall Monitor
Westview Nursing Home
Center , MO
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
CNA/ Hall Monitor
Levering Regional Health Care
Hannibal , MO
02.2020 - 10.2023
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
CNA/Hall Monitor
Fairview Range Medical Center
Hibbing, MN
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Observed changes in patient behavior or condition and reported them to the appropriate personnel immediately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Macon Sr. High School
Macon, MO05-2012
Skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Compassionate communication
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Feeding Assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
CNA certified for ten years
Timeline
CNA
Maple Lawn Nursing Home
02.2024 - Current
CNA/Hall Monitor
Westview Nursing Home
10.2023 - 02.2024
CNA/ Hall Monitor
Levering Regional Health Care
02.2020 - 10.2023
CNA/Hall Monitor
Fairview Range Medical Center
04.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Macon Sr. High School
CNA certified for ten years
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