Kim Sedano
CNA
Indian Trail,NC
Summary
Home Health Aide with extensive experience in providing personalized support and monitoring health conditions. Proven ability to maintain safe environments and adhere to strict safety protocols. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and commitment to improving client quality of life. Compassionate professional in healthcare, particularly skilled in providing exceptional home care support. Known for productivity and efficiency in task completion, ensuring comfort and well-being of clients. Specialized skills include patient mobility assistance, basic medical monitoring, and personalized care plan adherence. Excel in empathy, communication, and patience, using these soft skills to enhance client satisfaction and trust.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Home Health Aide
Private Residence
Waxhaw
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored and recorded client health status and changes in condition.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Administered prescribed medications following established protocols.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at home.
- Communicated regularly with family members and healthcare professionals regarding care plans.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation, and shopping.
Home Health Aide
Private Residence
Monroe
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored and recorded client health status and changes in condition.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Communicated regularly with family members and healthcare professionals regarding care plans.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
ABC Academy Preschool
Charlotte
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported lead teacher in lesson planning and classroom activities.
- Assisted with daily student supervision and engagement during playtime.
- Organized educational materials and maintained a clean learning environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and behavior.
- Monitored student behavior and facilitated conflict resolution among peers.
- Prepared nutritious snacks and ensured hygiene practices during mealtime.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Facilitated outdoor playtime activities while ensuring safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Assisted the lead teacher in maintaining accurate documentation of student attendance records as well as incident reports if necessary.
- Helped facilitate indoor and outdoor play, parent-teacher conferences and keeping classroom clean with diligent attention to each support task.
- Ensured that all developmental milestones are met by providing appropriate activities for each child's age level.
Preschool Teacher
American Child Care Inc.
Statesville
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Facilitated daily activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster a positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns.
- Organized educational materials and resources for diverse learning needs.
- Observed and assessed children's development to tailor educational approaches.
- Maintained a safe and clean classroom adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Office Manager
American Transmission
Salisbury
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Managed daily office operations to support team efficiency and productivity.
- Oversaw inventory management and ordered office supplies as needed.
- Implemented filing systems to maintain organized records and documents.
- Assisted in budget preparation by tracking expenses and monitoring costs.
- Communicated with vendors to ensure timely service delivery and support.
- Developed office procedures to streamline workflows and enhance collaboration.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
CNA
Tender Hearted home health care
Salisbury
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments.
- Documented patient care and observations in medical records.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during care.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- 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.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Nurses Aid
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC12-2025
Graduate Certificate - Nurse Aid
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, North Carolina, NC11-2021
Associate of Science - Education
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA01-2011
Skills
- Patient care and support
- Vital sign monitoring
- Health documentation and charting
- Effective communication skills
- Food preparation and hygiene practices
- Medical terminology and equipment use
- Light housekeeping and ambulation techniques
- Care plan assessment and implementation
- Safety procedures and first aid
- Dementia support strategies
- Personal care services including dressing and toileting assistance
- Client safety and medication administration
- Feeding assistance and personal hygiene support
- Behavior redirection techniques
- Patient transportation methods
- Compassionate client care practices
- Schedule management for patient appointments
- Specialized dietary needs management
- Conflict resolution skills in healthcare settings
Certification
Certified nurses Aid
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Private Residence
03.2025 - Current
Home Health Aide
Private Residence
03.2025 - 10.2025
Preschool Assistant Teacher
ABC Academy Preschool
06.2023 - 02.2024
Preschool Teacher
American Child Care Inc.
09.2022 - 04.2023
Office Manager
American Transmission
02.2019 - 10.2022
CNA
Tender Hearted home health care
10.2017 - 01.2019
Graduate Certificate - Nurses Aid
Central Piedmont Community College
Graduate Certificate - Nurse Aid
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Associate of Science - Education
Kaplan University