Kyra Merritt
Cairo,GA
Summary
Dynamic Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Harborview Medical Center, enhancing patient wellbeing through exceptional patient care and HIPAA compliance. Demonstrated leadership in tutoring and lifeguard roles, blending strong communication with creative problem-solving. Achieved significant improvements in patient and student outcomes, showcasing patience, empathy, and a commitment to excellence.
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harborview Medical Center
07.2024 - 09.2024
- 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.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
Tutor
Boys and Girls Club
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
Lifeguard
Holder Park Pool
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cairo High School
Cairo, GA05-2024
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative thinking
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Strong communicator
- Lifeguard certification
- Effective problem-solver
- Leadership qualities
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Improved effectiveness by integrating new resources and revamping approach.
- Improved customer satisfaction by resolving issues in a timely manner.
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Basic Food Safety/Food Handler's Card(varies by location)-State or local public health departments, necessary in settings where food handling occurs.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Infection Control Certificate(IC)-Various providers offer courses that certify knowledge in preventing the spread of infections within healthcare facilities.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
sign language
Limited Working
Work Availability
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morning
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Certified Nursing Assistant
Harborview Medical Center
07.2024 - 09.2024
Tutor
Boys and Girls Club
08.2023 - 10.2023
Lifeguard
Holder Park Pool
05.2023 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Cairo High School