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Savannah Clark

Richland,WA

Summary

Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with 8 years of knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Experienced in administering medications under supervision of Licensed Nurses - this includes insulin.

Motivated CNA with a highly effective communication style. Efficient worker who demonstrates strong time management and prioritization skills. Level-headed health professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA, Peri-Anesthesia Unit

Kadlec Regional Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Transported patients from post-op recovery unit to either their family to discharge home or to other units of the hospital to continue their recovery.
  • Assisted in the pre-op phase of care.
  • Ensured the unit was supplied with necessary housekeeping services to maintain cleanliness and safety for both patients and staff..

CNA

Omni Staffing Services
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • 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.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 50-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.


Med Tech

Windsong
03.2021 - 07.2021
  • Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
  • Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions and assisting with concerns.
  • Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
  • Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork and compassion.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment and placed orders for replacements.
  • Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.


CNA

Rosetta
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • 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.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Richland Rehabilitation Center
06.2019 - 12.2020
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep LNs informed of changes.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Cared for average of 10 patients per day in rehab facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Legacy Tranquility Manor
09.2018 - 06.2019
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Assisted in medication administration. This includes medication assistance, accurately directed assistance, delegated medication tasks as well as insulin for dependent diabetics. 
  • Anticipated patient needs.
  • Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun activities, including BINGO and Balloon Toss with patients each afternoon to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep LNs informed of changes.
  • Employed mobility devices and mechanical equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Assisted in caring at the end of life. 
  • Hospice care

Certified Nursing Assistant

Guardian Angel Homes - Richland
10.2015 - 10.2018
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
  • Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
  • Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
  • Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
  • Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
  • Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
  • Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment.
  • Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.
  • Provided a comforting and soothing environment.
  • Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients' clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
  • Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.
  • Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
  • Assisted in medication administration through medication assist, accurately directed medication, and delegation.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Life Care Center of Richland
06.2015 - 04.2016
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge Nurse delegated for medication administration.
  • Patient-focused care Trustworthy companion Companionship and emotional support Compassionate caregiver Efficient and reliable team player Adaptable Hospice and palliative care experience, Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
  • Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
  • Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
  • Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
  • Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
  • Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
  • Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment.
  • Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients' clothing and bedside tables/equipment.

Education

Pre-Nursing, CNA

Tri-Tech Skills Center
Kennewick, WA
06.2015

High School Diploma - undefined

River's Edge High School
Richland, WA
2015

Skills

  • BLS CPR
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Blood pressure
  • Hospice/ End of life care
  • Medication administration including insulin to dependent diabetics
  • Bathing
  • Direct, patient-centered care
  • Rehabilitation
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Electronic Charting
  • Transporting patients

Certification


  • CPR
  • Mental Health
  • Dementia
  • Active CNA since 2015
  • Hoyer/Transfer Safety
  • HIV/AIDS/Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Nurse Delegation
  • Diabetes Delegation


Timeline

CNA, Peri-Anesthesia Unit

Kadlec Regional Medical Center
05.2024 - Current

CNA

Omni Staffing Services
08.2021 - 02.2022

Med Tech

Windsong
03.2021 - 07.2021

CNA

Rosetta
12.2020 - 02.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Richland Rehabilitation Center
06.2019 - 12.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Legacy Tranquility Manor
09.2018 - 06.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Guardian Angel Homes - Richland
10.2015 - 10.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Life Care Center of Richland
06.2015 - 04.2016

Pre-Nursing, CNA

Tri-Tech Skills Center

High School Diploma - undefined

River's Edge High School

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