Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Awards
Timeline
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Linda Harbin

Summary

Been Cna 46 years love working with geriatric psych hospital med surg done a lot of different cna positions thru the years. Great team player love my job Worked Covid Willing to relocate: Anywhere Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Professional healthcare worker with extensive experience in providing compassionate patient care and support. Expert in patient mobility, personal care tasks, and monitoring vital signs. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring high standards and results in all situations.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel CNA

Prime Time Health Care Travel Agency
10.2021 - 04.2025
  • Psych hospital geriatric psych did Ad's 15 min rounds showers check changes and emotional support
  • Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening skills and effective communication techniques that eased anxiety during transitions between facilities.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Mon Health systems
07.2018 - 10.2021
  • Adls vitals transporting patient to different test Ekg blood glucose reporting to rn any changes in patients
  • 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.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Sound View Family Home Care
10.2016 - 06.2018
  • Supervisor in home setting of 6 woman managed home medication tech made dr appointments cleaning cooking for women making sure they was doing there own
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.

Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant

United Nursing ServiceInc
05.2012 - 10.2016
  • Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical skills in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and private homes.
  • Provided high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations, adapting to the unique needs of each assignment.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless continuity of care during patient transfers between facilities.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Genesis Pierpont Center
08.2010 - 05.2012
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Fairmont General Hospital
05.2008 - 07.2010
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Hospice care
10.2004 - 05.2008
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Morgantown Health and Rehab
11.1999 - 10.2004
  • Adls charting bathing feeding dressing transferring patients
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant /Nursing Unit Clerk

WVU Hospital
01.1979 - 11.1999

Float CNA thru out the different units of the hospital

  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.
  • 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.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.

Education

Ged - HS

Clay-Battelle High School

Certificate - Certified Nursing ASST

Occupational Health
Fairmont, WV
01-2003

Skills

  • Behavioral health expertise (10 years)
  • Proficient in Epic
  • Proficient in critical care management
  • Three years of medication administration experience
  • Three years of CPIi experience
  • HIPAA regulations knowledge

  • Medical terminology
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Basic life support
  • Direct patient care
  • Reliable team player

Accomplishments

  • Achieved High Standards of Care by completing assignments with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieve Satisfaction through effectively helping with others.

Certification

CNA January 2003 to January 2026 Cna in wva Cna November 2023 to September 2025 Cna in pa Cna September 2021 to September 2025 Certified nursing asst Montana CNA Cpr CPR American heart ass CPI CPI training for behavioral health

Awards

Employee of the month November 2010

Timeline

Travel CNA

Prime Time Health Care Travel Agency
10.2021 - 04.2025

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Mon Health systems
07.2018 - 10.2021

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Sound View Family Home Care
10.2016 - 06.2018

Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant

United Nursing ServiceInc
05.2012 - 10.2016

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Genesis Pierpont Center
08.2010 - 05.2012

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Fairmont General Hospital
05.2008 - 07.2010

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Hospice care
10.2004 - 05.2008

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Morgantown Health and Rehab
11.1999 - 10.2004

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant /Nursing Unit Clerk

WVU Hospital
01.1979 - 11.1999

Ged - HS

Clay-Battelle High School

Certificate - Certified Nursing ASST

Occupational Health
Linda Harbin