Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Volunteer

Rachel Whaley

Plainview ,NE

Summary

Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant and Medication Aide specializing in quality personal care and medication administration. Responsible, kind, and compassionate with an outstanding bedside manor. Diligent about serving patients medical and personal needs, while being dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction in a long-term care environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Prioricare
09.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.

Certified Medication Aide

Avera Creighton Care Center
09.2016 - 09.2022
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Education

Medication Aide -

WeCare Online
Kansas
03.2017

Certified Nursing Assistance - Nursing

Northeast Community College
Norfolk, NE
12.2007

Skills

  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Observation Documentation
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Medication Assistance
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge

Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant in:

  • Nebraskaa
  • Iowa
  • South Dakota

Certified Medication Aide in Nebraska

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Prioricare
09.2022 - Current

Certified Medication Aide

Avera Creighton Care Center
09.2016 - 09.2022

Medication Aide -

WeCare Online

Certified Nursing Assistance - Nursing

Northeast Community College
Rachel Whaley