Michelle Knight
Edwardsburg,MI
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Cass County Medical Care Facility
05.2016 - 07.2025
- 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.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- 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.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- 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.
CNA
Hamilton Grove Rehabilitation And Healthcare
10.2012 - 07.2015
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
GED -
Niles High School
Niles, MI06-2007
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Emotional support
- Multitasking and organization
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Conflict resolution
- Compassionate caregiver
- Supporting personal needs
- Companionship and emotional support
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR Certified
Timeline
CNA
Cass County Medical Care Facility
05.2016 - 07.2025
CNA
Hamilton Grove Rehabilitation And Healthcare
10.2012 - 07.2015
GED -
Niles High School
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