Kia Miller
Laplace,LA
Summary
Focused and patient care professional with a strong ability to prioritize and deliver basic patient care. With 4 years of comprehensive experience, skilled in recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and preparing accurate documentation. Dedication to providing five-star patient care recognized by patients themselves. Service-oriented and resourceful individual with in-depth clinical skills and assessment training. Committed to supporting patients\' personal care and hygiene needs with diligent assistance. Highly organized in keeping supplies stocked and ensuring equipment is sterilized for use.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MHDD
Worldwide Travel Staffing/ Larned State Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Care Provider
MapleRidge Memory Care Assisted Living
10.2022 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
Patient Care Technician
Ochsner Baptist Labor & Delivery-Triage/SnapNurse
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
Patient Care Technician
Escondido-Monoclonal Antibody Treatment-SnapNurse
10.2021 - 10.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Peaks-SnapNurse
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
SnapNurse-ManorCareLibertyville
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
Patient Care Technician
Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Transferred, moved and ambulated patients to and from departments with wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Informed nurses and therapists of any requests from physicians, patients, and visitors.
- Encouraged and attended to patients' physical needs to facilitate and attain therapeutic goals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 40-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
East St. John High School
Reserve, LA05.2018
Skills
- Patient Transport
- Monitoring Patient Vital Signs
- Feeding Assistance
- Fluid Measurement
- Surgical Preparation
- Linen Replacements
- Vital Signs Collection
- Monitoring Fluids
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Oral Hygiene
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Responding to Emergencies
- Recording Vital Signs
- Bathing and Dressing
- Collecting Specimens
- CNA Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Emotional Intelligence
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Dietary Needs
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
MHDD
Worldwide Travel Staffing/ Larned State Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Care Provider
MapleRidge Memory Care Assisted Living
10.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Ochsner Baptist Labor & Delivery-Triage/SnapNurse
11.2021 - 04.2022
Patient Care Technician
Escondido-Monoclonal Antibody Treatment-SnapNurse
10.2021 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Peaks-SnapNurse
08.2021 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
SnapNurse-ManorCareLibertyville
02.2021 - 05.2021
Patient Care Technician
Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2020 - 12.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home
12.2018 - 06.2020
Diploma - Nursing
East St. John High School
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
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