Samia Craft
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Skilled Hospice Aide from Colorado Palliative and Hospice Care, adept in providing companionship, emotional support, and palliative care. Demonstrated excellence in customer service and time management, significantly enhancing patient comfort and family satisfaction. Trained in emergency response and wound care, ensuring high-quality, compassionate care across diverse patient needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Aide
Colorado Palliative and Hospice Care
Denver, CO
08.2024 - Current
- Educated family members about disease process, end-of-life issues, symptom management strategies and community resources available for support services.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Assisted in the delivery of patient care services as delegated by the RN Case Manager or other healthcare professionals.
- Provided physical, emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Performed personal hygiene activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing and undressing and toileting assistance.
- Attended educational programs designed to enhance professional development.
- Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members on various aspects of patient care including pain management strategies.
CNA
Home Instead
Castle Rock, CO, CO
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- 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.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
CNA
The Vi At Highlands
Highlands
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- 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.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported needs of 24+ residents under long-term care.
- Delivered high-quality care to failing patients in hospital facility.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
CNA
Castle Rock Home Care
Castle Rock, CO
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported needs of 3+ residents under long-term care.
- Delivered high-quality care to 3+ patients in hospital facility.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Cashier, Stocker
PetsMart
Castle Rock, CO
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Upsold additional products and services to customers, increasing revenue.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Processed and packaged stock items for customer purchases.
- Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
- Monitored inventory levels in stockrooms and alerted management to any discrepancies.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
Military
Navy
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Communicated with team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Maintained operations for aviation ordnance shops, armories and storage facilities.
- Inspected, assembled and tested aviation ammunition.
- Received, inspected, packaged, stored, handled and processed weapon shipments.
- Delivered mentorship to personnel, aligning performance and encouraging career development.
- Serviced aircraft guns and rockets and assembled and tested air-launched guided missiles.
- Reviewed and inspected explosives manufacturing process to establish quality control standards.
- Supervised explosives loading operations, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Prepared, reviewed, maintained and inspected compliance with directives and reports.
- Determined suitability for blasting activities and safety of personnel and property after conducting blast site inspections.
- Identified and assessed potential risks related to blasting operations and implemented mitigation measures.
- Conducted safety audits to regularly assess and evaluate safety practices and procedures used in blasting operations.
- Inspected, reviewed, maintained and repaired different types of bomb weapon systems.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Installed and loaded aerial mines to rockets with precision and exceptional care.
- Placed parts on racks in enclosed rooms, into tumbling barrels, or into cabinets to prepare for sandblasting.
- Worked closely with crew members in intense, quickly changing and dangerous environments.
- Educated personnel on safe handling and use of explosives, avoiding injuries.
- Managed over $million in assets, which included vehicles, weapons, materials and dangerous equipment.
- Performed regular inspections on bomb systems to verify regulation compliance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grandview High School
Aurora, CO05.2018
Skills
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Order Taking
- Responding to Emergencies
- Wound Care
- Palliative care
- Disability Care
- Customer Service Excellence
- Conflict Resolution
- Training and Development
- Time Management
Education
Aurora, CO
Accomplishments
Traveled the world while on deployment.
Contact
Castle Rock, CO 80104
Artist
Love to paint and make art with my hands.
Timeline
Hospice Aide
Colorado Palliative and Hospice Care
08.2024 - Current
CNA
Home Instead
01.2023 - 06.2024
CNA
Castle Rock Home Care
06.2021 - 11.2021
CNA
The Vi At Highlands
03.2021 - 12.2021
Cashier, Stocker
PetsMart
09.2020 - 11.2021
Military
Navy
05.2018 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Grandview High School
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