Kiara Strother
Dedicated caregiver with expertise in direct patient care, ensuring safety and comfort. Proven ability to train staff and enhance service delivery.
A dependable and attentive Pro re nata (PRN), with strong interpersonal skills and the passion and desire for longevity. Profoundly able to utilize great enthusiasm alongside a professionally meticulous, organized establishment. Takes action to achieve goals identified during performance appraisal along with providing a leadership style that reflects the policies and procedures of the department and the hospital. Properly engaging in performance appraisal on a regular basis, identifying areas for professional/practice development as well as contributing to the professional development of self, peers, colleagues and others. Not only do I bring these skills and practices with me I also contribute peers with constructive feedback regarding their practice. Conducting nursing practice on behalf of the patient/family in an ethical manner and communicating on an on-going basis between patient/family/medical staff/multidisciplinary care team and third-party payors as necessary.
Experienced with managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and safety standards. Utilizes strong leadership to train and guide kitchen staff, enhancing team performance. Track record of maintaining organized and efficient kitchen environment, contributing to overall success.
Skilled Kitchen Manager knowledgeable about best practices, safe food handling and inventory management.
Work History
Overnight Caregiver
7 Months- Provided compassionate support during nighttime hours, ensuring safety and comfort for residents.
- Monitored health and wellbeing of individuals, promptly reporting changes to medical staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity among residents.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to enhance resident comfort and safety.
- Trained new caregivers on protocols and best practices for overnight care services.
- Implemented strategies to improve resident engagement during overnight hours, fostering social interactions.
- Evaluated care processes regularly, identifying areas for enhancement in service delivery efficiency.
- Collaborated with daytime caregivers to ensure consistency in routines and approaches to client care.
Kitchen Lead / Cheaf
2 Years 1 Month- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
- Coordinated daily meal preparation schedules to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.
- Trained new team members on kitchen protocols, equipment usage, and safety procedures.
- Implemented inventory management practices to reduce waste and optimize ingredient usage.
- Meal prepping and cooking meals.
Med Tech
3 Years 3 Months- Administrating ,keeping record of medication passed and documenting medication in med mars.
- Placing medication orders
- Conducted routine diagnostic tests to ensure patient health and safety.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans and improve service delivery.
- Trained junior staff on operational procedures and best practices for diagnostics.
Caregiver
1 Year 4 Months- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions per care plans.
- Developed rapport with clients to enhance emotional well-being and trust.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to communicate patient needs effectively.
Following documented instructions to identify necessary care procedures.
• Managing patient information.
• Communicating issues through direct line of contact supervisors.
• Working with support staff to resolve issues in real time.
• Building relationships with said patients under direct care.
• Stay up to date on all inventory (incoming and outgoing)
• Keep updated records for patients.
• Follow up with patients daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly.
• Maintained professional appearance.
Direct Care Caregiver
3 Years 4 Months• Accurately administers medications.
• Provides a clean and safe patient environment and well stocked nursing unit free of safety hazards by end of shift.
• Follows patient charge system and documents in the patient's chart for usage of supplies, equipment, procedures performed, and care given.
• Competently care for a patient requiring mechanical ventilation as evidenced by functioning every one to two hours, maintaining patient airway, preventing accidental extubating, providing and documenting trach care every shift with no documented concerns.
• Performs all duties relating to Real Time Scanning accurately and efficiently.
• Transported patients under direct care to and from primary care physicians and social engagements.
• Bathing and toileting patients on rotational shifts as needed per SOP.