Shanna Ketola

Certified Nursing Assistant

Henderson Hospital

Henderson, NV

03.2023 - Current

Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.