Kristin Parmer
Osceola
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/ Med Manager
Midwest Health
Osceola
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient rooms and equipment.
- Assisted with medication passing
- Room cleans & laundry
LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-PT
Dollar General Store
Osceola
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Supervised daily store operations and maintained a clean shopping environment.
- Assisted customers with product selection and handled inquiries efficiently.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques and customer service standards.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and improve service quality.
- Monitored store security and reported any suspicious activities promptly.
- Received shipments, signed off on packages and documented incoming items in computer system.
- Supervised a team of sales associates on daily tasks and operations.
- Greeted customers and provided product information.
- Processed payments and returned receipts, cash, coin and cards to customers.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining company standards of quality and service.
CNA/ Activity Director/ Activity Director Assistan
Care Initiatives
Osceola
06.2012 - 02.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams for effective patient care plans.
- 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.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
CNA
Happy Siesta Nursing home
Le Mars
03.2011 - 06.2011
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained clean and safe environment for residents in Happy Siesta Nursing Home.
- Documented resident care activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Communicated effectively with residents and families regarding care plans.
- Provided emotional support to residents, fostering a compassionate atmosphere.
- Assisted in mobility and rehabilitation exercises to promote independence.
- 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.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
CNA
Westview Acres Long Term Care
Leon
03.2009 - 03.2011
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained clean and safe environment for residents in Happy Siesta Nursing Home.
- Communicated effectively with residents and families regarding care plans.
- Documented resident care activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Provided emotional support to residents, fostering a compassionate atmosphere.
- Assisted in mobility and rehabilitation exercises to promote independence.
- 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.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Education
Clarke High School
Osceola, IASkills
- I became a cna back in 2004 love working with the elderly
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient care documentation
- Medication administration
- Infection control procedures
- Electronic health records
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Sales operations management
- Store inventory management
- Complaint resolution
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Training and development
- End-of-life care
- Multitasking and organization
- Emergency response
- Bathing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Compassionate communication
- Feeding assistance
- Wound care
- HIPAA compliance
- Health monitoring
- Problem-solving
- Complex Problem-solving
- Infection control practices
- Critical thinking
- Dressing assistance
- Patient care
- Active listening
- Cultural sensitivity
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Basic life support
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Toileting assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Clinical documentation
- Attention to detail
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient advocacy
- Supporting personal needs
- Compassionate caregiver
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Activity coordination
- Reliable team player
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- Direct patient care
- General housekeeping
- Positioning patients
Timeline
CNA/ Med Manager
Midwest Health
02.2023 - Current
LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-PT
Dollar General Store
01.2022 - 07.2022
CNA/ Activity Director/ Activity Director Assistan
Care Initiatives
06.2012 - 02.2021
CNA
Happy Siesta Nursing home
03.2011 - 06.2011
CNA
Westview Acres Long Term Care
03.2009 - 03.2011
Clarke High School