Kenneth Perkins
Creswell,OR
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience at McKenzie Willamette Hospital Surgical Care Unit, seeking advancement into the Diagnostic Imaging Field, motivated by a strong desire to support patients through challenging medical journeys. Willing and caring to excell in producing high-quality, low-dose images that aid physicians in early diagnosis and treatment, ensuring patient safety, and comfort are always prioritized. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and dignity while delivering exceptional care. A reliable team player dedicated to continuous improvement and professional development in healthcare settings.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
McKenzie Willamette Hospital
10.2023 - 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Delivered high-quality care to surgical patients in hospital facility.
Training Manager
270th Air Control Squadron, Oregon Air National Guard
03.2004 - 07.2025
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and enhance program success.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training programs using various assessment tools, providing valuable feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Directed field training to enhance participants' skills.
Telephone Network Technician
CenturyLink Communications
10.1988 - 06.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing user concerns and technical issues.
- Diagnosed and resolved hardware, software and network problems and replaced defective components.
- Provided detailed reporting on performed maintenance and repairs to support overall network health and recovery efforts.
- Installed RJ11/RJ45 network jacks in new construction and within existing facilities.
- Improved overall user experience through support, training, troubleshooting, improvements and communication of system changes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Imaging
Linn-Benton Community College
Albany, Oregon, OR06-2028
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR03-1990
Skills
- Electronic charting
- Recording vital signs
- Direct patient care
- Documenting behaviors
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate
- Basic life support
- Blood glucose testing
- Ambulation assistance
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
McKenzie Willamette Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Training Manager
270th Air Control Squadron, Oregon Air National Guard
03.2004 - 07.2025
Telephone Network Technician
CenturyLink Communications
10.1988 - 06.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Imaging
Linn-Benton Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Lane Community College