Kischa Rockemore
CNA
Darby,PA
Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Family Hospice and Home Care, skilled in patient care and compassionate communication. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and implement infection control practices, ensuring safety and comfort. Committed to promoting patient independence while maintaining confidentiality and delivering personalized care strategies.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/Home Health Aide
Family Hospice and Home Care
Upper Marion P.A
02.2021 - 2026
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Oversaw monitoring of vital signs and communicated changes to nursing staff without delay.
- Maintained accurate patient records for effective care coordination.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Home Health Aide
New Life Homecare and Hospice
Huntingdon Valley, PA
04.2010 - 09.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring compliance with care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop tailored care strategies for clients.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes in health status to nursing staff.
Nurses Aide
St Agnes Hospital
Baltimore, MD
03.2003 - 04.2007
- Assisted nursing staff in daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for medical team review.
- Supported patients with mobility and personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
Education
High School Diploma - Basic Education
06.1992
Skills
Patient care
Bathing assistance
Attention to detail
HIPAA compliance
Feeding assistance
Dressing assistance
Maintaining confidentiality
Compassionate communication
Patient transfers
Medication administration
Problem-solving
Multitasking and organization
Lifting and transferring
Patient hygiene assistance
Infection control practices
Medication assistance
Toileting assistance
Safety precautions
Collecting vital signs
Bedside manner
Compassionate
Patient-focused care
Geriatric care
Direct patient care
Timeline
CNA/Home Health Aide - Family Hospice and Home Care
02.2021 - 2026
Home Health Aide - New Life Homecare and Hospice
04.2010 - 09.2021
Nurses Aide - St Agnes Hospital
03.2003 - 04.2007
Southern High School - High School Diploma, Basic Education