Kendrick Kilpatrick
Saginaw
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant experienced in long-term care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health settings. Delivered patient-centered care and vital signs monitoring while supporting interdisciplinary healthcare teams in fast-paced clinical environments. Focused on enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through exceptional interpersonal skills and dedication to continuous learning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
MediLodge of Frankenmuth
Frankenmuth
05.2026 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff to ensure timely intervention.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Sanitized patient rooms following strict cleaning protocols to ensure a hygienic environment.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Executed housekeeping tasks including changing linens and cleaning bathrooms.
- Maintained accurate patient care records, documenting condition and progress for effective medical review.
- Served drinking water and nourishment to residents to support their hydration and nutrition needs.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted residents in walking, using mobility aids when necessary, to promote independence and mobility.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with safety and infection control standards, contributing to a safe care environment.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records.
CNA
Bay County Medical Care Facility
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Monitored and documented vital signs
- Reported changes in patient condition
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Followed infection control and patient safety protocols
- Maintained accurate, timely patient records and updated healthcare team on patient status to support coordinated care.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
CNA
Bay Shores Nursing & Rehab
02.2026 - 03.2026
- Delivered compassionate patient care and emotional support
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Documented patient care information in electronic health records to ensure accurate communication among care providers
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality resident care.
- Maintained clean and safe patient environments to support health and well-being of residents
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
CNA
Optalis Healthcare
01.2025 - 02.2026
- Provided direct patient care in long-term care and rehab setting
- Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to nursing staff to ensure timely and appropriate patient care.
- Assisted with mobility, transfers, and fall prevention
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Facilitated daily living activities, including serving meals, feeding, ambulating, and repositioning patients to promote comfort and dignity.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality resident care.
- Facilitated restorative care programs to help patients regain independence.
- Documented care using EMR/EHR systems
- Provided immediate care for patient injuries and coordinated referrals to specialists for further treatment.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Monitored and answered calls from residents to ensure timely assistance and support.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
CNA / Transporter
Stratford Pines Nursing & Rehab
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Safely transported patients to appointments, ensuring timely attendance
- Supported residents in daily activities to enhance quality of life
- Recorded patient interactions and condition changes to maintain accurate health records
District Supervisor
Grand Rapids Building Services
Bay City
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Monitored daily operations of assigned district locations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Supervised daily operations across multiple service locations.
- Coordinated schedules and assignments for cleaning teams to optimize service delivery across locations.
- Trained and mentored staff on company policies and best practices.
- Implemented training programs to enhance team performance and efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain quality of service delivery.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations consistently.
- Collaborated with management to resolve operational issues promptly.
- Fostered positive relationships with local government agencies to ensure alignment with business operations and community initiatives.
- Analyzed customer satisfaction survey data and developed targeted action plans to address feedback and enhance service quality.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Identified appropriate solutions to minimize issues and quickly solve problems.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Trained new store managers on operational procedures specific to their location.
- Collaborated with regional leadership teams on strategies for improving overall performance across the entire organization.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to safety, health, employment, labor relations.
Registered Behavior Technician
Mercy Plus Autism Services
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for children with autism.
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans based on individualized needs.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Supported therapists in executing treatment sessions effectively.
- Delivered targeted prompting strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
- Monitored client behavior and communicated observations to supervisors to inform treatment adjustments.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for progress tracking.
- Collaborated with families to enhance communication strategies.
- Observed student behavior in various environments to assess levels of functioning and progress towards goals.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment for clients during sessions.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case updates and collaborate on treatment plans.
Mental Health Technician
HealthSource Saginaw
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Monitored patient behavior and emotional well-being during daily activities.
- Documented patient progress and observations in electronic health records.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during challenging situations.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Engaged patients in therapeutic activities designed to enhance mental wellness and social skills.
- Conducted therapeutic group sessions focused on coping strategies and social skills.
- Delivered compassionate support to patients, fostering a welcoming environment that encouraged open communication.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Developed and implemented engaging activities that enhanced physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills, and social interaction.
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs related to mental health care delivery.
- Employed motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patient engagement in treatment.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Advocated for patient rights and provided guidance on navigating mental health systems.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as art therapy, recreational therapy or music therapy.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
Home Health Aide
Beacon Harbor
Saginaw
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Supported clients in daily living activities and personal care tasks to promote independence and quality of life.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs and health-related information.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Communicated effectively with clients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Delivered emotional support and companionship to improve client well-being and foster meaningful connections.
- Delivered mental and emotional support to promote client wellness and contentment.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Informed patients and families about health care needs, conditions, and options to empower informed decision-making.
- Instructed family members regarding proper home care techniques and infection control procedures.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
Direct Support Professional
Frankenmuth Comfort care
Frankenmuth
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Created individualized care plans addressing client needs and preferences to enhance tailored support.
- Delivered companionship and emotional support, fostering improved client well-being and engagement.
- Developed individualized care plans based on client needs and preferences.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Facilitated recreational activities that encouraged social interaction and strengthened community integration among clients.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
Education
CNA Training - Nursing
1st Step CNA Training
Saginaw, Michigan 07.2024 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Bridgeport High School
Bridgeport, MI 08.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
- Patient Care
- ADLs
- Vital Signs
- Infection Control
- Patient Safety
- Mobility Assistance
- Rehabilitation Support
- Patient lifting
- Toileting assistance
- Urinary assistance
- Gastrointestinal support
- Palliative support
- Behavioral Health
- Basic life support
- EMR/EHR
- Electronic charting
- Accurate documentation
- Observational reporting
- Safety compliance
- Safety precautions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Privacy maintenance
- Healthcare ethics
- Medical terminology
- Cognitive support
- Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Calm under pressure
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Bedside manner
- Patient de-escalation
- Observational reporting
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Teamwork
Certification
CNA, Michigan, MI01122025713830, 01/12/27
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
MediLodge of Frankenmuth
05.2026 - Current
CNA
Bay County Medical Care Facility
02.2026 - 04.2026
CNA
Bay Shores Nursing & Rehab
02.2026 - 03.2026
CNA / Transporter
Stratford Pines Nursing & Rehab
06.2025 - 10.2025
CNA
Optalis Healthcare
01.2025 - 02.2026
CNA Training - Nursing
1st Step CNA Training
07.2024 - 08.2024
District Supervisor
Grand Rapids Building Services
01.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
Mercy Plus Autism Services
01.2021 - 01.2023
Mental Health Technician
HealthSource Saginaw
01.2019 - 01.2021
Home Health Aide
Beacon Harbor
09.2018 - 08.2019
Direct Support Professional
Frankenmuth Comfort care
09.2017 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Bridgeport High School
08.2014 - 05.2018