Kevina Walton
Cna
Knox City,TX
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Certified Nursing Assistant offering 22 years of experience in healthcare environment. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Fusion Medical
Omaha, Nebraska
09.2020 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Senior Living Properties
Bedford, Texas
06.2018 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Home Health Caregiver
Jordan Health Services
Abilene, Texas
03.2001 - 05.2020
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to physician or nurse.
- Prepared meals according to prescribed dietary needs and monitored food intake of assigned patients.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations when necessary.
- Demonstrated compassion and respect for all clients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
Home Health Aide
Outreach Health Services
Seymour, Texas
05.2012 - 09.2016
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
Education
High School Diploma -
Knox City High School
Knox City, TX05-2000
Some College (No Degree) -
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TXSkills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Vital signs monitoring
- Feeding Assistance
- Patient Care
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Basic Life Support
- Toileting assistance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Bathing Assistance
- Patient Transfers
- Collecting specimens
- Condition Monitoring
- Quality Assurance
- Transporting patients
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection control procedures
- Patient Lifting
- Electronic Charting
- Monitoring fluids
- Indirect Patient Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Collecting vital signs
- Geriatric Care
- Specimen Collection
- Meal Planning
- HIPAA Compliance
- Range of motion exercises
- Able to lift 200 pounds
- Bedside manner
- CNA Certification
Timeline
CNA
Fusion Medical
09.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Senior Living Properties
06.2018 - Current
Home Health Aide
Outreach Health Services
05.2012 - 09.2016
Home Health Caregiver
Jordan Health Services
03.2001 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Knox City High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Lubbock Christian University
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