KRISTIN KNIPP
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with experience in providing support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality care to patients. Skilled in performing vital sign checks, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all patients. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and efficient resolution of concerns. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Dedicated professional committed to optimal patient care and assisting medical staff with critical support. Expert in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms, and managing dietary needs. Service-focused professional possessing exceptional organizational abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
ConnectRN
03.2022 - Current
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Transported residents within the facility as needed
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels
CNA
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Transported residents within the facility as needed
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels
CNA
Children’s Hospital Colorado
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Transported residents within the facility as needed
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products
- Used mobility devices to transport patients
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas
CNA
Leadtime Staffing
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
CNA - Healthcare
BIO Training Center
Colorado Springs, CO07.2017
Skills
- Patient transfers
- Medication assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Active listening
- Toileting assistance
- Emotional support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Infection control practices
- Health monitoring
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Complex Problem-solving
- End-of-life care
- Feeding assistance
- Team collaboration
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Cultural sensitivity
- Compassionate communication
- Critical thinking
- Patient care
- Lifting and transferring
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- Physical stamina
- Problem-solving
- Dressing assistance
- Compassion and empathy
- Multitasking and organization
- Wound care
- Patient advocacy
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response
Timeline
CNA
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - 09.2023
CNA
Children’s Hospital Colorado
09.2022 - 01.2023
CNA
ConnectRN
03.2022 - Current
CNA
Leadtime Staffing
03.2021 - 03.2022
CNA - Healthcare
BIO Training Center
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