Samantha Collins
Centennial,CO
Summary
Dedicated CNA with expertise in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and feeding and bathing assistance. Proven track record of providing compassionate care and developing positive relationships with patients and families. Skilled in patient transfers and dressing assistance, with a strong focus on maintaining patient safety and following infection control protocols. Strong communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality care. Compassionate healthcare worker dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and support. Reliable in monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining clean and safe environment, ensuring comfort and well-being of each patient. Helpful in providing compassionate care, always prioritizing well-being and comfort of patients through effective communication and empathy. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams, ensuring positive and supportive environment as CNA. Certified Nursing Assistant with strong ability to handle routine tasks efficiently and effectively. Consistently ensures patient comfort and well-being by performing essential care duties, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with daily activities. Demonstrates reliability and dedication in fast-paced healthcare environments. Motivated professional experienced in providing exceptional care to elderly, disabled and recuperating patients. Demonstrated expertise in basic nursing care and medical recordkeeping. Committed to delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of patients through attentive and thorough medical care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
HCA Swedish Hospital
Englewood, CO
02.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with monitoring vital signs and reporting changes in patient conditions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported patients with mobility assistance, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- 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.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
CNA
Lifecare center of littleton
Littleton, Colorado
03.2024 - Current
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
- Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
- Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families.
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
- Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
- Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings.
- Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams.
- Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence.
- Cleaned and sanitized medical equipment and rooms.
- Participated in educational activities to stay up-to-date with best practices in nursing.
- Assisted with admission and discharge processes to provide continuity of care.
- Followed manufacturer's instructions when using selected equipment, accounting for patient's size, preexisting conditions, and age.
- Developed positive relationships with residents by providing compassionate care.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to enhance self-esteem of patients.
- Reported any change in patient condition promptly to the nurse supervisor.
- Managed multiple tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure situations.
- Participated in educational sessions related to professional development.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality care delivery to patients.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises, ambulation and positioning of bedridden patients.
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize tasks based on patient needs.
- Demonstrated proficiency in patient transfer techniques using wheelchairs, gurneys and lifts.
- Exhibited excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and their families.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients.
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, and blood in urine.
CNA
Nursa
Denver, Colorado
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
- Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings.
- Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence.
- Demonstrated proficiency in patient transfer techniques using wheelchairs, gurneys and lifts.
- Managed multiple tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure situations.
- Maintained a clean environment for the safety of patients by following infection control protocols.
- Developed positive relationships with residents by providing compassionate care.
- Respected patient privacy rights while providing care services.
- Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs.
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output.
CNA
Medallion
Colorado Springs, CO
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
- Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
- Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families.
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
- Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.
- Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings.
- Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams.
- Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence.
- Cleaned and sanitized medical equipment and rooms.
- Participated in educational activities to stay up-to-date with best practices in nursing.
- Assisted with admission and discharge processes to provide continuity of care.
- Followed manufacturer's instructions when using selected equipment, accounting for patient's size, preexisting conditions, and age.
- Interpreted and explained medical instructions to patients and family members.
- Demonstrated proficiency in patient transfer techniques using wheelchairs, gurneys and lifts.
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Maintained a clean environment for the safety of patients by following infection control protocols.
- Developed positive relationships with residents by providing compassionate care.
- Ensured proper documentation of all treatments provided per hospital policies and standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize tasks based on patient needs.
- Managed multiple tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure situations.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients.
- Recorded height and weight of patients.
- Prepared and served food trays.
- Supplied, collected and emptied bedpans.
- Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, and sputum.
- Utilized wheelchairs and moveable beds to transport patients to treatment units and operating rooms.
- Provided information, such as directions, visiting hours, and patient status information to visitors and callers.
EVS TECHNICIAN
Crothall
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Responded promptly to requests from supervisors or other personnel regarding cleaning services needed in various areas.
- Trained new staff members on proper use of cleaning supplies and equipment as well as safety protocols.
- Performed periodic deep cleans of designated areas using appropriate products and methods.
- Ensured all hazardous waste material is properly disposed according to state and federal regulations.
- Provided technical support to staff on proper use of cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Utilized knowledge of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and safety procedures to effectively complete assigned tasks.
- Performed daily inspections of public areas, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and other areas as needed.
- Practiced safe lifting techniques when handling heavy objects such as mattresses or furniture.
- Followed established protocols for reporting any damages or maintenance needs within guest rooms or common areas.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in order to ensure the highest level of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Maintained effective communication with supervisors, colleagues, and guests regarding housekeeping services.
- Exhibited excellent customer service skills when interacting with guests and responding to inquiries or requests.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper housekeeping techniques.
- Responded quickly to complaints from guests regarding housekeeping services or issues within their rooms.
- Displayed strong organizational skills by prioritizing workloads in order to meet deadlines.
- Provided assistance with special projects such as deep cleans or large events.
- Cleaned and sanitized restrooms, lobbies, hallways, breakrooms, and other public areas.
- Sanitized and cleaned assigned areas using proper infection control procedures.
- Replenished paper products, hand soaps, and body washes in restrooms.
- Demonstrated proper knowledge and utilization of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment.
- Supplied cleaning cart with adequate paper goods and cleaners.
- Dry mopped flooring to remove collected debris.
- Assisted with meeting room set-ups and teardowns as required by departments.
- Swept and mopped floors and vacuumed carpets.
CASHIER
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2010 - 06.2016
- Operated cash register and accurately processed payments, returns, and exchanges.
- Maintained cleanliness of the checkout area by cleaning counters, shelves and windows.
- Performed opening and closing procedures, such as counting cash register, restocking, and cleaning.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with co-workers.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills while interacting with customers in a friendly manner.
- Helped restock shelves when necessary to maintain an organized display area.
- Accurately processed customer payments using cash, credit cards, and checks.
- Managed large amounts of cash accurately during busy hours in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed strong customer relationships to support satisfaction and loyalty.
- Handled customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Counted and balanced cash drawer at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Utilized problem solving skills to effectively handle difficult situations.
- Assisted with training and mentoring new team members.
- Enforced store safety and cleanliness standards, reducing hazards.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as counting money, balancing registers and reconciling discrepancies.
- Operated the POS system efficiently to ensure accurate transactions.
- Maintained inventory and store visual presentation to meet customer needs.
- Provided customers with product information and responded to inquiries courteously and promptly.
- Kept up-to-date on new products, services, promotions, and pricing structures.
- Followed safety standards for handling hazardous materials such as chemicals or cleaning products.
- Identified fraudulent activities such as counterfeit currency or stolen credit cards.
- Cross-trained colleagues on proper use of POS systems for efficient checkout times.
- Assisted customers with locating items throughout the store when needed.
CNA
Palmer pioneer home
Palmer, Alaska
09.2001 - 09.2005
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
- Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families.
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
- Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.
- Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings.
- Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence.
- Participated in educational activities to stay up-to-date with best practices in nursing.
- Recorded daily observations regarding patient condition in medical records.
- Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and needed for assistance and social and emotional support.
- Lifted and assisted others to lift patients to move them on and off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, and stretchers.
- Turned bedridden patients to avoid bedsores.
- Communicated with patients to determine need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, and blood in urine.
- Recorded height and weight of patients.
- Prepared and served food trays.
- Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, and sputum.
- Supplied, collected and emptied bedpans.
- Exercised comatose, paralyzed, and immobile patients.
- Adjusted oxygen levels to verify patient comfort.
Education
CNA - CERTIFIED NURSES AIDE
JTPA
Wasilla, Alaska09-1999
Skills
Patient Care
Vital signs monitoring
Feeding Assistance
Bathing Assistance
Patient Transfers
Dressing assistance
Compassion and Empathy
Basic Life Support
Timeline
CNA
HCA Swedish Hospital
02.2025 - Current
CNA
Lifecare center of littleton
03.2024 - Current
CNA
Nursa
09.2021 - 03.2023
CNA
Medallion
10.2019 - 01.2021
EVS TECHNICIAN
Crothall
07.2016 - 08.2018
CASHIER
05.2010 - 06.2016
CNA
Palmer pioneer home
09.2001 - 09.2005
CNA - CERTIFIED NURSES AIDE
JTPA