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Shelly Barr

CNA
Chino Valley,AZ

Summary

Helpful CNA committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress. Certified Nursing Assistant offering 15 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. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Live in Caregiver

Tiffany Rector
06.2022 - Current

I currently am a primary caregiver to my two young granddaughters. I prepare meals, housecleaning, transportation to Dr appointments and to pre-Kindergarten. Daily baths, meals and activities.

CNA

Granite Creek Health And Rehab
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

CNA/Caregiver

The Landings Of Prescott Valley
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • 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.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

CNA

AZ Hospice Care
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • Delivered high-quality care to hospice patients in home environments.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.

CNA

Mr. and Mrs. Waters
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas, and nursing stations.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Administered medications to patients and performed follow-ups regarding prescriptions and supplements.
  • Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
  • Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
  • Handled all financial transactions, including paying all the bills, purchasing groceries and supplies and shopping for all their care needs.
  • Am responsible for all the doctor appointments and transportation.

CNA

Granite Creek Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 06.2021
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas, and nursing stations.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.

In-Home Caregiver

Home Instead Senior Care Home
01.2016 - 09.2016
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
  • Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
  • Assisted patients with personal care to alleviate burden on family members.

Private Caregiver

Barr, John
06.2007 - 04.2015
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Ambulated individuals around home, public and medical locations.
  • Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
  • Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to patients.

Education

Associate of Arts - AAS Nursing

Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ

Associate of Arts - Medical Billing And Coding

Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
Clearwater, FL
07.2013

Skills

  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Preparing Meals
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Patient Relations
  • Respiratory Equipment Training
  • Collecting Vital Signs
  • Monitoring Fluids
  • Documentation Procedures Expert
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Performing Patient Intakes
  • Collecting Specimens
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Observation Documentation
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Linen Replacements
  • Caregiver Relations
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Assisting With Personal Grooming
  • Charting Expertise
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Understands Medical Procedures
  • Understands Mobility Assistance Needs

Certification

  • CNA License
  • Level One Fingerprint Card
  • CPR certification
  • Certified Caregiver

Work Availability

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morning
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evening
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Timeline

CNA

Granite Creek Health And Rehab
05.2023 - 09.2023

CNA/Caregiver

The Landings Of Prescott Valley
11.2022 - 05.2023

Live in Caregiver

Tiffany Rector
06.2022 - Current

CNA

AZ Hospice Care
06.2022 - 10.2022

CNA

Mr. and Mrs. Waters
09.2020 - 06.2022

CNA

Granite Creek Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 06.2021

In-Home Caregiver

Home Instead Senior Care Home
01.2016 - 09.2016

Private Caregiver

Barr, John
06.2007 - 04.2015

Associate of Arts - AAS Nursing

Yavapai College

Associate of Arts - Medical Billing And Coding

Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
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