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Krista Shank

Homer City

Summary

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant skilled in patient care, HIPAA compliance, and promoting patient independence. Committed to enhancing comfort and safety in healthcare environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Scenery Hill
Indiana PA
05.2019 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and well-being.
  • Timely reporting of changes to nursing staff.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care areas, supporting a safe environment.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

ST Andrew's Village
Indiana PA
06.2017 - 05.2019
  • Monitored vital signs, ensuring timely reporting of changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helping Hands Visiting Nursing
Apollo PA
01.2011 - 04.2011
  • Monitored vital signs, ensuring timely reporting of changes to nursing staff.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and well-being.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lenape Tech
Ford City, PA
08-2011

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Bathing assistance
  • Compassionate
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Dressing assistance
  • Safety precautions
  • Electronic charting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Bedside manner

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Scenery Hill
05.2019 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

ST Andrew's Village
06.2017 - 05.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helping Hands Visiting Nursing
01.2011 - 04.2011

High School Diploma -

Lenape Tech