McKenzie Albertson
Albany,KY
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Livingston Regional Hospital, excelling in patient care and EMR documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through compassionate support and effective communication. Skilled in vital sign assessment and maintaining HIPAA compliance, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Livingston Regional Hospital
Livingston, TN
02.2024 - Current
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Wayne County Board of Education
Monticello, KY
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Supported students with special needs during lessons and daily routines.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement techniques.
- Facilitated small group learning sessions to enhance student understanding.
- Maintained a safe and organized classroom environment for learning.
- Administered assessments such as benchmark tests throughout the year to measure student progress in meeting academic standards.
- Served as an active participant in regular team meetings to discuss strategies for addressing student needs.
- Helped maintain positive relationships between families, staff members, and other stakeholders within the school community.
CNA
Pickett County Care & Rehab
Byrdstown, TN
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in resident rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
Education
Practical Nursing - Health Sciences
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Livingston, TN08-2025
Associates in Science -
Somerset Community College
Somerset, KY05.2020
High School -
Clinton County High School
Albany, KY05.2017
Certification - Nursing Assistant
Clinton County ATC
Albany, KY05.2017
Skills
- Patient care and support
- Vital sign assessment
- EMR documentation and compliance
- Infection control practices
- Team collaboration and communication
- Sample collection and processing
- Clinical documentation and reporting
- Health monitoring and evaluation
- Compassionate patient advocacy
- End-of-life care management
- Emergency response protocols
- Maintaining patient confidentiality
- HIPAA compliance standards
- Active listening skills
- Critical thinking in clinical settings
- Patient transfer procedures
- EKG administration techniques
- Medication dispensing accuracy
- Clinical judgment and decision-making
- Transcribing medical orders accurately
- Chronic disease management approaches
- Wound care management skills
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant in KY, May 2017, TN, January 2018
Certificate in Reading EKG's, 2024
CPR/BLS, 2024
Accomplishments
- National Technical Honor's Society: TCAT PN, 2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Livingston Regional Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Wayne County Board of Education
08.2022 - 01.2024
CNA
Pickett County Care & Rehab
01.2018 - 05.2019
Practical Nursing - Health Sciences
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Associates in Science -
Somerset Community College
High School -
Clinton County High School
Certification - Nursing Assistant
Clinton County ATC
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