Marriah Seekamp
Sparta,WI
Summary
Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant known for delivering compassionate patient care and meticulous vital sign monitoring. Proficient in medication administration and electronic health records, ensuring seamless communication within healthcare teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Morrow Home Community
Sparta, Wisconsin
04.2012 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and monitored patients' vital signs.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of living areas by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported residents in personal hygiene tasks to promote independence and self-esteem.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records for compliance and communication.
- Participated in training new staff members, sharing best practices in resident care procedures.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Guided residents during walks to enhance physical activity and well-being. with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Administered medications according to established protocols.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethany St. Joesph's Care Center
La Crosse, WI
01.2003 - 09.2011
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff immediately.
- Accurately documented patient information in medical records system.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents requiring assistance.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Responded to resident requests and addressed concerns effectively.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Education Direct
Scranton, PA01-2001
Some College (No Degree) - Generals
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WISkills
- Resident care
- Medication management
- Vital sign monitoring
- Specimen collection
- Electronic health records
- Infection prevention
- Personal hygiene assistance
Certification
- CNA Certification
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Morrow Home Community
04.2012 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethany St. Joesph's Care Center
01.2003 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Thomas Education Direct
Some College (No Degree) - Generals
Western Technical College