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Khiaya Burns

Postville,IOWA

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. 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.

Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities, and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Samaritan Society
Forest City, IA
11.2021 - Current
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Childcare Worker

Postville Childcare Center
Postville, United States
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
  • Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
  • Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
  • Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content.
  • Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
  • Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys.
  • Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Samaritan Society
Postville, IA
08.2020 - 04.2021
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Babysitter

Family Friends
Postville, IOWA
05.2017 - 08.2018
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Offered age-appropriate, fun and educational activities for children ranging in age from six weeks to sixth grade.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Maintained updated list of emergency contact information and child's health information in case of emergencies.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
  • Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Waldorf College
Forest City, IA
05.2024

High School Diploma -

John R Mott Jr/Hi School
Postville, IA
05.2021

Skills

  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Linen Replacements
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Caregiver Relations
  • Observation Documentation
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Needs Determination
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Decision Making
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Relationship Building
  • Imaginative Play-Based Learning
  • Time Management
  • Caring and Responsible
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Creative Thinking
  • Developmental Focus
  • Problem Solving
  • Infant Care and Feeding
  • Communication and Cooperation
  • Toilet Training
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Parent Relationships
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Positive Attitude and Energetic

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Samaritan Society
11.2021 - Current

Childcare Worker

Postville Childcare Center
04.2021 - 08.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Samaritan Society
08.2020 - 04.2021

Babysitter

Family Friends
05.2017 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Waldorf College

High School Diploma -

John R Mott Jr/Hi School

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