Kierra Black
Johnson City,TN
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
National Healthcare Corporation, Nhc
05.2024 - Current
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
CNA
Consolidated Medical Staffing
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
CNA
Center On Aging & Health
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
CNA
AtHome Health
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
CNA
Princeton Rehab & Health
05.2019 - 04.2020
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
Science Hill High School
Johnson City, TNSkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Emotional support
- Infection control practices
- Lifting and transferring
- Vital sign recording
- Maintaining privacy
- Ambulation assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Mobility assistance
- Electronic charting
- Patient lifting
- Bedside manner
- Recording vital signs
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
National Healthcare Corporation, Nhc
05.2024 - Current
CNA
Consolidated Medical Staffing
11.2023 - 05.2024
CNA
Center On Aging & Health
10.2022 - 11.2023
CNA
AtHome Health
06.2020 - 11.2021
CNA
Princeton Rehab & Health
05.2019 - 04.2020
Science Hill High School
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