Kenna Preston
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Energetic and passionate nursing team member with 9 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Saint Luke's Hospital
02.2018 - Current
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing patient files or financial data.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Implemented new office procedures to improve workflow efficiency while reducing administrative errors.
- Facilitated communication between departments for improved collaboration and project success.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Nursing Assistant
The University Of Kansas Health System
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Conducted patient and family education on the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices to foster overall health and wellbeing.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs patient weight, and recording intake and outtake levels while accurately documenting medical information.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
MEDS
Independence, MO07.2014
High School Diploma -
William Chrisman High School
Independence, MO06.2012
Skills
- Patient Relations
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Medical Records Management
- Quality Assurance
- Emergency Response
Accomplishments
DAISY Team Award recipient (Oncology- 2018)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Saint Luke's Hospital
02.2018 - Current
Nursing Assistant
The University Of Kansas Health System
01.2015 - 01.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant -
MEDS
High School Diploma -
William Chrisman High School
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