Michael Duty
Saint Joseph,MO
Summary
Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at Advanced Care Partners, enhancing team performance through mentorship and streamlined patient intake processes. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care, I implemented infection control protocols that improved health outcomes, fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to elevate resident satisfaction. Mechanical left trained.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Advanced Care Partners
Saint Joseph, MO
10.2025 - Current
- Mentored new CNAs, enhancing team performance and ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, improving efficiency of resident admissions and assessments.
- Implemented infection control protocols, resulting in improved health outcomes for residents.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery and enhance resident satisfaction.
CNA
Carriage Square Health Care
Saint Joseph, MO
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
- Documented patient observations accurately, contributing to effective care planning and communication.
- Educated families on patient care plans, fostering collaboration and understanding of health needs.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
Nursing Assistant
Diversicare Healthcare Services Inc
Saint Joseph, MO
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and documentation, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care plans to promote understanding.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols, fostering a supportive environment.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
Overnight Shift Manager
Fast Food McDonald's
Saint Joseph, MO
04.2010 - 12.2018
- Supervised overnight operations to ensure efficient service and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained staff on food safety protocols and customer service best practices.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation techniques.
- Implemented streamlined workflows to enhance team productivity during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Central High School
Saint Joseph, MO05.2013
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Advanced Care Partners
10.2025 - Current
CNA
Carriage Square Health Care
07.2023 - 07.2024
Nursing Assistant
Diversicare Healthcare Services Inc
05.2018 - 10.2020
Overnight Shift Manager
Fast Food McDonald's
04.2010 - 12.2018
High School Diploma - General Studies
Central High School