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Kyla Sylvester

Jasonville,IN

Summary

Motivated to grow and adapt with the ability to quickly learn new concepts and skills. Possessing excellent communication and organizational skills, along with a dependable, forward-thinking approach. With over 16 years of healthcare experience, knowledgeable and compassionate as a nursing staff member. Diligent in serving all facets of patient medical and personal needs, focusing on delivering high-quality care to individuals of all backgrounds while prioritizing patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Throughout my career, demonstrated exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support, fostering a communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over 16+ years of superior performance in the healthcare industry. Successfully handled multiple complex cases with accuracy and dignity.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

The Waters of Sullivan
Sullivan, IN
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • 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.

Hospice Aide

Gentiva Hospice
Terre Haute, IN
07.2023 - 08.2024

Ensured comfort and provided reassurance to both patients and their families at the end of life.

Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant

Elara Caring
Terre Haute, IN
05.2018 - 06.2023
  • Contributed to improved patient well-being via aid in essential activities including bathing, dressing, and exercising.
  • Directed restocking efforts to maintain essential medical supplies for optimal patient treatment.
  • Facilitated smooth interactions with patient visitors, ensuring a courteous environment.
  • Promoted wellness by aiding patients with grooming and daily self-care activities.
  • Supported patient care through feeding and facilitating ambulation.
  • Recorded data in patient charts, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Cobblestone Crossing Health campus
Terre Haute, IN
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Delivered nursing assistance to residents in 96-bed long-term care facility.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Autumn Trace
Linton, IN
08.2016 - 09.2017
  • Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Instructional Assistant`

Twin Rivers
Linton, IN
08.2015 - 05.2016
  • Tutored and supported students individually and in groups by reteaching and reviewing lesson concepts.
  • Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
  • Collaborated with teacher to devise and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school's philosophy and mission.
  • Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
  • Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
  • Marked homework assignments, tests and special projects.
  • Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
  • Distributed and collected tests and homework to collate and prepare for grading.
  • Arranged and led academic and study activities for students.
  • Distributed classroom materials and supplies such as pencils, paper and art materials.
  • Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies to support maximum efficiency.
  • Graded assignments and tests using answer key, documented results and informed lead teacher of students' performance.

Education

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Health Administration

Wagler
Sullivan, IN

CNA Certification - Health Administration

Terre Haute Medical
Terre Haute
07.2009

GED -

White River Valley
Switz City, IN
08.2004

Skills

  • Infection control procedures
  • Patient relations
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Patient Care and Safety
  • Grooming and bathing assistance
  • HIPAA
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Preparing meals
  • Quick problem solver

Education and Training

other

Experience

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Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant

Currently pursuing Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

CPR and BLS

Timeline

CNA

The Waters of Sullivan
08.2024 - Current

Hospice Aide

Gentiva Hospice
07.2023 - 08.2024

Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant

Elara Caring
05.2018 - 06.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Cobblestone Crossing Health campus
01.2017 - 05.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Autumn Trace
08.2016 - 09.2017

Instructional Assistant`

Twin Rivers
08.2015 - 05.2016

GED -

White River Valley

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Health Administration

Wagler

CNA Certification - Health Administration

Terre Haute Medical
Kyla Sylvester