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Kimberly Williams

Decatur,IL

Summary

Compassionate and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with over 30 years of experience in direct patient care. Proven ability in time management and infection control standards while delivering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Shepherd Hospital
Shelbyville, Illinois
01.2025 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff at the facility.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Aided in transporting patients to various departments within the hospital safely.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
Irving, Texas
04.2018 - Current
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Care
Clinton, Illinois
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

Certified Nursing Assistant

GrapeTree Medical Staffing
Milford, Iowa
03.2019 - 12.2023
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Care
Le Roy, Illinois
01.2016 - 12.2018
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bloomington Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Bloomington, Illinois
09.2012 - 10.2018
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Piatt County Nursing Home
Monticello, Illinois
03.2016 - 01.2018
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff at the facility.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans effectively.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mason Point
Sullivan, Illinois
04.2010 - 08.2012
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff at the facility.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Staffing Network Healthcare LLC
Decatur, Illinois
10.2007 - 03.2010
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff at the facility.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Moweaqua Nursing Retirement Home
Moweaqua, Illinois
12.2003 - 09.2007
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff at the facility.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Certified Nursing Assistant

CHELP
Decatur, Illinois
11.2000 - 12.2003
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Mary Hospital
Decatur, Illinois
07.1996 - 08.2000
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Aided in transporting patients to various departments within the hospital safely.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff at the facility.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, Illinois
10.1989 - 05.1995
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff at the facility.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Aided in transporting patients to various departments within the hospital safely.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans effectively.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.

Education

Certificate - Medical Assistant

Midwest Technical Institute
IL
10-2003

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Decatur Area Vocational Center
Decatur, IL
05-1989

High School Diploma -

Bethany Jr Sr High School
Bethany, IL
05-1985

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Direct patient care
  • Bedside manner
  • Time management
  • Infection control standards
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Personal hygiene support
  • Electronic health records
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Specimen collection
  • Positioning patients
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Monitoring fluids
  • End-of-life care
  • Infection control procedures
  • Documentation expert
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Vital sign recording
  • Patient lifting
  • Valid illinois driver's license
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Basic life support
  • Recording vital signs
  • Conducting intakes
  • Collecting vital signs

Skills and Qualifications

 I am a experienced, caring, reliable, great work ethic, excellent patient care and documentation skills CNA seeking a position. CPR and first aide certified, HIPPA and patient privacy skills, patient and environment safety, knowledgeable in most medical terminology, excellent communication, always willing to learn new skills, knowledgeable in isolation precautions and OSHA blood born pathogens, vital signs and patient observation and strong organizational skills.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Shepherd Hospital
01.2025 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Care
08.2023 - 03.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

GrapeTree Medical Staffing
03.2019 - 12.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
04.2018 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Piatt County Nursing Home
03.2016 - 01.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Care
01.2016 - 12.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bloomington Rehabilitation and Healthcare
09.2012 - 10.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mason Point
04.2010 - 08.2012

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Staffing Network Healthcare LLC
10.2007 - 03.2010

Certified Nursing Assistant

Moweaqua Nursing Retirement Home
12.2003 - 09.2007

Certified Nursing Assistant

CHELP
11.2000 - 12.2003

Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Mary Hospital
07.1996 - 08.2000

Certified Nursing Assistant

Decatur Memorial Hospital
10.1989 - 05.1995

Certificate - Medical Assistant

Midwest Technical Institute

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Decatur Area Vocational Center

High School Diploma -

Bethany Jr Sr High School

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