Open To Work
Renee Maki
CNA
Ashland,WI
Summary
Committed CNA specializing in patient care and mobility support. Demonstrates capacity to elevate patient well-being through exceptional communication and collaborative efforts. Certified nursing assistant offering several years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs. Compassionate professional accustomed to working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Northern Lights Health Services
Washburn, Wisconsin
12.2022 - 01.2026
- Supported patients with mobility and physical therapy exercises.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Communicated effectively with patients to provide emotional support.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and hygiene tasks.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Education
Certificated Nurse Aide
North Woods Collage
Ashland, WI06-2012
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
Maple, WI06-1996
Skills
- Patient care and mobility assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Safety compliance
- Infection control
- Team collaboration
- Quality assurance
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- EMR documentation and safety compliance
- Infection control and physical therapy support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient transfers
- Bathing assistance
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Compassion and empathy
- Active listening
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Complex Problem-solving
- Compassionate communication
- End-of-life care
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Multitasking and organization
- Feeding assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical documentation
- Safety precautions
- Infection control procedures
- Intake recording
- Maintaining privacy
- Indirect patient care
- Able to lift 100 pounds
- Able to lift [number] pounds
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Patient relationship building
- Light housekeeping
- Activity coordination
- Reliable team player
- Observing responses
- Companionship and emotional support
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Ambulation assistance
- Colostomy care
- Trustworthy companion
- Patient relations
References
Paula Mashlan (408)-206-9264
Works at Northern Lights Services
Have known her for about 4 years
Michelle Marchese (715)-209-4103
Works in Hospice Cares
Have known for 12+ years
Bob (715)-979-1565
Works at Northern Lights Services
Have known for 5 years
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$28/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
CNA
Northern Lights Health Services
12.2022 - 01.2026
Certificated Nurse Aide
North Woods Collage
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School