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KRISTI SWINDELL

Warminster,PA

Summary

Well rounded, detail-oriented and highly driven. Capable of working in a multi-task atmosphere and or high pressure environment. Possess effective communication and inter-personal skills. Works well independently or in a team environment. Detailed-oriented medication technician proficient in collecting, organizing, and administrating medications in an assisted living setting. Enhance patient well-being with diligent care and recreational support between medication rounds. Trained in emergency response. Talented professional trained in all types of patient care and nursing support. Protect patients with continuous monitoring and personalized assistance. Stay on top of care demands with diligent attention to every need. Excellent patient relations and time management abilities.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

County Of Bucks
Warrington, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - Current
  • Documented patient progress and maintained accurate care records.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
  • Ensured cleanliness and safety of patient environments at all times.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.

Nurse Technician

Pediactric Specialty Care
Pipersville, PA
03.2021 - 10.2023
  • Stayed current on patients' conditions, monitoring, documenting, and communicating important changes in vital signs.
  • Uphold exceptional standards for patient care and information protection every day.
  • Supported patient dignity when helping with personal care, assisting with mobility, and completing examinations.
  • Prevented bedsores, consistently turning patients every two hours.
  • Helped patients move safely with skilled mobility support.
  • Kept patients comfortable with clean linens and well-stocked rooms.
  • Resolved patient issues by quickly responding to calls and emergency issues.

Head Cashier

Lowe's
Warrington, PA
04.2020 - 03.2021
  • Corrected problems with team members through training and corrective discipline.
  • Operated POS systems to process payments, verify pricing, and monitor stock levels.
  • Completed opening and closing duties, including issuing and verifying cash drawers, completing daily sales reports, and reconciling cash drawers following shifts.
  • Maintained tidy and orderly store appearance, supporting replenishment and merchandising to boost sales.
  • Assisted customers or junior cashiers with returns and price overrides.
  • Met coverage demands by cross-training additional employees and adapting workflows to meet current needs.

Medication Technician

Ann's Choice Senior Living Community
Warminster, PA
08.2019 - 10.2020
  • Uphold strict facility and HIPAA regulations governing all patient information and interactions.
  • Recognized and adhered to six rights of medication administration every day with every patient.
  • Protected patients with proper infection control and aseptic techniques.
  • Supported effective treatment plans under direction of licensed RNs by passing out medication at prescribed times.
  • Maintained accurate records in facility's eMAR system, detailing every medication movement and patient administration.
  • Resolved patient issues by quickly responding to calls and emergency issues.
  • Prevented bedsores, consistently turning patients every [Number] hours.
  • Minimized infection risk to staff and patients, cleaning and sanitizing rooms, equipment and tools.

Certified Nurses Aide

Fox Subacute
Warrington, PA
07.2016 - 10.2018
  • Provide all basic care for residents assigned to me; typically ten to fifteen at a time under my care.
  • Documented and updated my resident files such as vitals, progress, bowel movements, and daily activities.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences

Bucks County Community College
Newtown, PA

Diploma -

Central Bucks High School South
Warrington, PA
06.2009

Skills

  • Patient ambulation
  • ADL management
  • Bedsore prevention
  • Emergency response
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Microsoft Word
  • Task prioritization
  • Medication administration
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Patient advocacy
  • Infection control practices
  • Feeding assistance

References

References Available Upon Request

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CNA

County Of Bucks
07.2024 - Current

Nurse Technician

Pediactric Specialty Care
03.2021 - 10.2023

Head Cashier

Lowe's
04.2020 - 03.2021

Medication Technician

Ann's Choice Senior Living Community
08.2019 - 10.2020

Certified Nurses Aide

Fox Subacute
07.2016 - 10.2018

Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences

Bucks County Community College

Diploma -

Central Bucks High School South