Madelynn Swanson
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
Compassionate CNA with a proven track record at Willows lifecare center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Demonstrated strong attention to detail and critical thinking in developing personalized care plans, enhancing patient comfort, and fostering emotional support. Committed to delivering high-quality care and improving patient outcomes in a collaborative environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Willows Life Care Center
Valparaiso, IN
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained patient hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with healthcare standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge of best practices.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
Smoothie Maker
Frozen Garden
Valparaiso, IN
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- made smoothies and used machines to prepare for them. I recorded data and made sure everything was made in a clean and sanitary environment. I also packaged the smoothies and documented on the computer for them to get to customers correctly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westville High School
Westville, INNo Degree - Nurisng
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
ValparaisoSkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Critical thinking
Timeline
CNA
Willows Life Care Center
04.2025 - Current
Smoothie Maker
Frozen Garden
04.2024 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Westville High School
No Degree - Nurisng
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana