Kimberley Larkins
Winnetka,CA
Summary
With a proven track record at Kaiser Permanente, I excel in patient care and vital signs monitoring, showcasing my compassion and empathy. I've significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and safety, leveraging my expertise in geriatric care and effective time management to deliver exceptional results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Berkeley East Healthcare Center
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Concession Stand Lead
Levy Restaurants
10.2023 - Current
- Contributed to the growth of the concession stand business by actively participating in local community events and engaging with customers for valuable insights.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing concession stand operations and providing exceptional service.
- Collaborated with event organizers to plan menu offerings tailored to specific occasions or audience preferences.
- Conducted thorough analysis of sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions about product offerings, pricing strategies, and staffing needs.
- Maintained a clean and organized concession stand environment through diligent attention to hygiene standards and food safety regulations.
- Optimized staff performance by offering comprehensive training programs, ongoing coaching, and constructive feedback.
- Responded to customer complaints to help resolve issues.
CNA, Float Pool
Kaiser Permanente
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Improved patient safety by performing regular room checks to ensure a clean, hazard-free environment was maintained at all times.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between various units within the hospital based on fluctuating staffing needs.
- Reduced fall incidents by regularly monitoring patients'' movements and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Supported patients'' mobility by safely transferring them to and from beds, wheelchairs, or other equipment.
- Assisted nurses during medical emergencies by providing prompt response time and following established guidelines for patient care procedures.
- Streamlined patient admissions and discharges by efficiently preparing rooms, gathering required paperwork, and coordinating necessary transportation.
- Promoted a positive environment for patients, family members, and staff through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Improved patient care by providing consistent and compassionate assistance in daily living activities.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
CNA
Always Caring Home Care
02.2016 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
License - Nursing
La Skill Academy
Santa Fe Springs, CA01.2024
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Documentation expert
- Patient relations
- Geriatric care
- Compassionate caregiver
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
CNA
Berkeley East Healthcare Center
10.2024 - Current
CNA, Float Pool
Kaiser Permanente
10.2024 - 01.2025
Concession Stand Lead
Levy Restaurants
10.2023 - Current
CNA
Always Caring Home Care
02.2016 - 07.2023
License - Nursing
La Skill Academy
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