Kristin Thompson
Shippensburg,PA
Summary
Healthcare professional committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Shippensburg Health Care Center
Shippensburg, PA
03.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout daily activities.
- Supported residents with personal hygiene tasks, promoting independence and self-esteem among individuals.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Lead Technician
UPMC Carlisle
Carlisle
11.2017 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during medical procedures.
- Assisted nursing staff with vital sign monitoring and recording patient information accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment to support infection control protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- EKGS's
- Blood draws, transporting patients, IV's, Triage
CNA
Shippensburg Health Care Center
Shippensburg, PA
02.2000 - 10.2021
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patients' conditions to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shippensburg Senior High School
Shippensburg, PACNA License # 9911878 -
Frankin County Career Technology Center
Chambersburg, PANo Degree - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PASkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Patient advocacy
- Safety precautions
- Reliable team player
- Patient-focused care
Accomplishments
2005 - Employee of the year at Shippensburg Health Care Center
2007 - Employee of the quarter at Shippensburg Health Care Center
2023 - Bee award at UPMC Carlisle
2023 - Lead Teach Award at UPMC Carlisle
2025 - Bee award at UPMC Carlisle
Currently serve on the following committees at UPMC Carlisle - Surgical Service Committee, Hand Washing Committee, Safety Committee, and Fun Committee.
Timeline
CNA
Shippensburg Health Care Center
03.2025 - Current
Lead Technician
UPMC Carlisle
11.2017 - Current
CNA
Shippensburg Health Care Center
02.2000 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Shippensburg Senior High School
CNA License # 9911878 -
Frankin County Career Technology Center
No Degree - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College