Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Home Health Aide
Western Home Communities
Cedar Falls, Iowa
07.2024 - Current
Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pillar of Cedar Valley
Waterloo, IA
09.2023 - 07.2024
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
CNA
Hillcrest
Sumner, IA
02.2023 - 09.2023
Partial Assistance/Full Assistance of ADLs for elderly residents
Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care.
Dietary/CNA
Grandview
Oelwein, IA
05.2019 - 02.2023
Preparing and Serving Meals
Partial Assistance/Full Assistance of ADLs for elderly residents
Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.