Kimberly Donaldson
East Peoria,United States
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA - Patient Care Aide
Care Solutions For Elders
Peoria, IL
11.2020 - 08.2024
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
- Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes / assisted living facilities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting, and feeding.
- Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
DCFS Testing Supervisor
Help At Home
Peoria, IL
07.2015 - 11.2020
- Maintained accurate records of all testing processes and results.
- Ensured clients provided proper identification to complete the testing process.
- Checked system for orders and printed proper orders and labels before testing.
- Observed all female clients providing their urine specimen to ensure no falsification.
- Signed specimen labels, along with client initials, and secured specimens for transport to the lab.
- Documented visit and entered lab results when they were received. Communicated with the DCFS caseworkers regarding results and/or concerns.
- Received Court Subpoena requests for records. Copied all documentation and delivered to State's Attorney Office.
ED Tech, Referral Scheduler
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria, IL
04.2002 - 03.2015
- Provided patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or licensed physician.
- Monitored patient vital signs during procedures and reported any changes to the physician.
- Assisted physicians in performing minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations.
- Assisted with special procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheter insertions and specimen collection.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using proper techniques for resuscitation.
- Managed daily patient referrals daily through multi-line telephone system.
- Scheduled patients according to correct Neurology group, availability, and urgency.
- Scheduled all New Patient appointments and mailed new patient paperwork.
Security Officer
Guardsmark
Peoria, IL
07.1999 - 04.2002
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Inspected fire extinguishers to ensure they were properly charged and operational.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05-1999
Skills
- Dementia Care
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital signs monitoring
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Emergency Response
- ADL support
Timeline
PCA - Patient Care Aide
Care Solutions For Elders
11.2020 - 08.2024
DCFS Testing Supervisor
Help At Home
07.2015 - 11.2020
ED Tech, Referral Scheduler
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
04.2002 - 03.2015
Security Officer
Guardsmark
07.1999 - 04.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Illinois Central College
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