Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Work Availability
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Natasha Applewhite

Natasha Applewhite

Hornbeak,TN

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in geriatric patient support.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Shiftkey
02.2023 - Current
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Supported needs of 140+ residents under long-term care
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment

CNA

Obion County Nursing Home And Rehabilitation
11.2018 - 02.2023
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Supported needs of 54+ residents under long-term care
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks

HMA/CNA

White & Associates Home Assistance
10.2011 - 11.2018
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Supported needs of 4+ residents under long-term care
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation

Education

Practical Nursing Program - Nursing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest, Newbern, TN
08.2023
  • Awarded National Honor's Society
  • President of our LPN class of 2023
  • Narcan training certificate
  • EMT certificate (class of 2010)
  • CPR training certificate

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Dyersburg State Community College, Dyersburg, TN
05.2010

Skills

  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Geriatrics
  • Critical Thinking
  • Charting Medication Administration
  • NG Tube Insertion
  • Catheter Maintenance
  • Healthcare Ethics
  • Monitor Vital Signs
  • Patient Assessments
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care
  • IV Insertion
  • Sterile Procedures and Techniques

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Narcan Training - 2023
  • EMT Training Certificate- 2010
  • CPR Training Certificate
  • IV training
  • Dementia training

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

CNA - Shiftkey
02.2023 - Current
CNA - Obion County Nursing Home And Rehabilitation
11.2018 - 02.2023
HMA/CNA - White & Associates Home Assistance
10.2011 - 11.2018
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest - Practical Nursing Program, Nursing
Dyersburg State Community College - Associate of Applied Science, Nursing
Natasha Applewhite