Kristi Turner
Herscher,IL
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level paraprofessionalposition. Ready to help team achieve classroom goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activities Assistant
Courtyard Estates
Herscher, IL
02.2016 - Current
- Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care during activities.
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
- Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memory exercises.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
- Provided clear communication to staff, residents, and family members regarding upcoming events and any necessary accommodations or modifications needed for participation.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability when faced with unforeseen circumstances or changes to scheduled programming, ensuring a consistently enjoyable experience for residents.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harvest View Assisted Living
Herscher, IL
02.2011 - 02.2016
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, IL05.2010
High School Diploma - General Studies
Herscher High School
Herscher, IL05.2002
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Creative Planning
- Flexibility
- Calendar Management
- Schedule Coordination
- Schedule Management
- Group Dynamics
- Family relationship development
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Emotional Support
- Activity Planning and Coordination
Certification
CNA Certification
Also passed the Illinois paraprofessional license test in May 2024.
Timeline
Activities Assistant
Courtyard Estates
02.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harvest View Assisted Living
02.2011 - 02.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Kankakee Community College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Herscher High School