Olivia Wilkerson
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Dedicated CNA with experience at Vital Caring, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Demonstrated compassion and attention to detail while enhancing patient independence and comfort. Proven ability to implement infection control practices and provide end-of-life care, ensuring optimal patient satisfaction and safety in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Vital Caring
Gulfport, MS
04.2026 - Current
- Facilitated daily living tasks to boost patient comfort and autonomy.
- Tracked vital signs for prompt communication with healthcare teams.
- Upheld cleanliness and safety in patient areas.
- Aided patients with mobility to enhance physical health.
- Recorded patient progress and care activities for medical documentation.
- Informed patients and families about health management and wellness.
- Adapted to diverse patient needs and dynamic healthcare environments.
- Supported daily living activities to promote patient independence and dignity.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks like shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Provided compassionate care to improve patient satisfaction.
- Used proper body mechanics and devices for safe patient transfers.
- Helped with feeding and monitored intake to meet nutritional goals.
CNA
Cornerstone Caregiving
Gulfport, MS
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs, ensuring timely reporting of changes to healthcare staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient environments.
- Supported patients with mobility assistance, fostering improved physical health.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Nurse Aide
People Ready Temp Agency
Gulfport, MS
06.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with agency standards.
- Supported healthcare team in executing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall patient safety protocols.
- Coordinated transportation for patients to medical appointments, improving access to care.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted with daily living activities for patients, ensuring optimal independence and quality of life.
- Tended to patients with diverse medical conditions, including dementia, Parkinson''s disease, and diabetes, adapting care approaches accordingly.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage, and automobile travel.
Phlebotomy Student
A&O Healthcare Institute
Mobile, AL
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary methods, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis, adhering to strict handling protocols and regulations.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare standards and confidentiality requirements.
- Assisted in training new students on phlebotomy techniques and best practices for sample collection.
- Implemented infection control procedures to minimize risk during blood draw processes.
- Evaluated patient responses during procedures, adapting techniques to enhance comfort and reduce anxiety.
- Developed effective communication strategies with patients to explain procedures and address concerns promptly.
- Conducted thorough equipment maintenance checks to guarantee reliable performance during specimen collection procedures.
- Ensured patient safety through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Promoted patient education by explaining the purpose and process of phlebotomy services, addressing any concerns or misconceptions with clarity and patience.
- Continuously updated knowledge of phlebotomy best practices through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Achieved consistent success in obtaining high-quality blood samples with minimal discomfort or complications for patients.
CNA Student
A&O Healthcare Institute
Mobile, AL
03.2026 - 04.2026
- Delivered high-quality personal care services within the scope of practice as a CNA student, ensuring patient satisfaction.
- Implemented effective time management strategies while completing assigned tasks efficiently during clinical rotations.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized care plans under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses.
- Practiced proper infection control measures to prevent cross-contamination between patients and staff members.
- Supported patient mobility by utilizing appropriate assistive devices such as lifts or gait belts during transfers or ambulation exercises.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working in fast-paced environments and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to enhance knowledge base and stay up-to-date on industry best practices as a CNA student.
Nurse Aide
Home Instead
Ocean Springs, MS
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Improved patient mobility by assisting with range-of-motion exercises, ambulation, and transfers.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean living environment.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Promoted patient safety by closely monitoring vitals, reporting abnormal findings to nursing staff, and administering medications as directed.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while comforting grieving family members during difficult times.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Increased patient satisfaction by forming strong bonds and providing emotional support during challenging times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gulfport High
Gulfport, MS03-2004
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- End-of-life care
- Infection control practices
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Multitasking and organization
- Emergency response
Certification
Adult First Aide/CPR/AED American Red Cross
Nursing Assistant Certification A&O Healthcare Institute
Certified Phlebotomy Technician A&O Healthcare Institute
Timeline
CNA
Vital Caring
04.2026 - Current
Phlebotomy Student
A&O Healthcare Institute
04.2026 - 05.2026
CNA Student
A&O Healthcare Institute
03.2026 - 04.2026
CNA
Cornerstone Caregiving
01.2026 - Current
Nurse Aide
People Ready Temp Agency
06.2020 - Current
Nurse Aide
Home Instead
08.2017 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Gulfport High