Laura Kantz
CNA/Patient Care Tech
Carmel,IN
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
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Independent Village
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals
07.2020 - Current
- Take care of patients with mental health and drug issues may have to use CPI holds and seclusion's
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Staffing Solutions, LLC
02.2016 - Current
- Travel to facilities that need staffed
CNA
Especially Kidz
05.2023 - 02.2025
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene, grooming, and mobility, promoting independence among patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing safety standards within the facility.
- 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.
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- 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.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Bridgewater
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and operational procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions promptly to nursing personnel.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Trained new staff on patient care protocols and organizational policies.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Majestic care of Sheridan
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Assist residents with daily needs
Cna
Nightingale home health
08.2010 - 09.2012
- Assist patients in their homes with daily needs
CNA I
The hearth of Windemere
02.2012 - 07.2012
- Assist patients with daily needs
CNA
Roseate
04.2008 - 10.2008
- Assist patients with daily needs
Education
High school diploma - Basic
Manual
Indianapolis, IN05-2003
Skills
- Cna (10 years)
- Customer Service
- Nursing
- Vital Signs
- Home Care
- Caregiving
- Senior Care
- Time management
- Compassion and empathy
- Basic life support
- Pediatric care
- Tracheostomy care
Certification
- CPR
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
CNA
Independent Village
03.2025 - Current
CNA
Especially Kidz
05.2023 - 02.2025
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Bridgewater
02.2022 - 01.2024
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals
07.2020 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Majestic care of Sheridan
07.2019 - 02.2020
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Staffing Solutions, LLC
02.2016 - Current
CNA I
The hearth of Windemere
02.2012 - 07.2012
Cna
Nightingale home health
08.2010 - 09.2012
CNA
Roseate
04.2008 - 10.2008
High school diploma - Basic
Manual
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