Kenneth Johnston
Russellville,AL
Summary
Talented professional trained in all types of patient care and nursing support. Protect patients with continuous monitoring and personalized assistance. Stay on top of care demands with diligent attention to every need. Excellent patient relations and time management abilities.
Diligent Desired Position with solid background in CNA roles within float pool settings. Demonstrates comprehensive patient care knowledge and successful management of diverse patient needs. Proven ability to adapt and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA, Float Pool
North Alabama Medical Center
Florence, AL
07.2023 - Current
- Improved patient safety by performing regular room checks to ensure a clean, hazard-free environment was maintained at all times.
- Reduced fall incidents by regularly monitoring patients'' movements and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between various units within the hospital based on fluctuating staffing needs.
- Supported patients'' mobility by safely transferring them to and from beds, wheelchairs, or other equipment.
- Enhanced the overall well-being of patients through assisting with personal hygiene tasks and grooming.
Travel CNA
Dependable Staffing Agency
Kent, WA
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening skills and effective communication techniques that eased anxiety during transitions between facilities.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and private homes.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient information, ensuring compliance with facility policies and regulations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tender Care Home Health and Hospice
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Supported registered nursing staff by helping develop and carry out effective care plans
- Protected patients by monitoring conditions and promptly reporting problems to RNs
- Moved patients smoothly between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations
Medication Technician
Pheasant View Assisted Living and Memory Care/Aspen Park Assisted Living
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Distributed medication to residents following six rights of medication administration
- Helped resolve emergency situations with calm, level-headed, and knowledgeable approaches
- Protected patients with proper infection control and aseptic techniques
Behavioral Health Technician
Davis Hospital
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted with personal needs and ADL requirements such as feeding help and grooming support
- Managed crisis situations effectively with effective use of therapeutic communication skills centered on calm approaches and avoidance of power struggles
- Anticipated and prevented problematic behaviors through regular observations and used skills to de-escalate growing conflicts
Certified Nursing Assistant
The University of Utah Hospital
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Moved patients smoothly between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations
- Protected patients by monitoring conditions and promptly reporting problems to RNs
- Documented actions, vitals, and orders in [Software]
Lead Medication Technician
The Springs at Whitefish
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Distributed medication to residents following six rights of medication administration
- Helped resolve emergency situations with calm, level-headed, and knowledgeable approaches
- Upheld strict facility and HIPAA regulations governing all patient information and interactions
Caregiver
Consumer Support Services
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Improved well-being of patients by assisting with daily living needs and personal hygiene
- Enhanced long-term care by helping to develop and execute care plans
- Offered care and companionship to homebound clients with varying mental and physical capacities
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Eagle Gate College
Layton, UT07.2021
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Symptom documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mobility assistance
- Family support and assistance
- Care plan implementation
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Bathing assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate care
- Healthcare ethics
- Toileting assistance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting vital signs
- Adaptable
- Bedside manner
- Patient relationship building
Timeline
CNA, Float Pool
North Alabama Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Travel CNA
Dependable Staffing Agency
08.2021 - 02.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tender Care Home Health and Hospice
01.2021 - 07.2021
Medication Technician
Pheasant View Assisted Living and Memory Care/Aspen Park Assisted Living
01.2020 - 01.2021
Behavioral Health Technician
Davis Hospital
01.2019 - 02.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
The University of Utah Hospital
05.2017 - 02.2019
Lead Medication Technician
The Springs at Whitefish
07.2016 - 05.2017
Caregiver
Consumer Support Services
12.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Eagle Gate College