Shirley Kelly
Thornton,IL
Summary
Dynamic Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Clipboard Health and Elevate Care, showcasing a strong foundation in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Excelled in providing compassionate care, enhancing patient comfort, and ensuring safety. Proven ability in medical terminology knowledge and fostering patient relationships, contributing to improved care quality and efficiency.
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elevate Care
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Laboratory Technician
University of Chicago Medical Center
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
Patient Care Technician
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
08.2019 - 10.2023
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Taylan High School
Chicago, ILNo Degree - Medical Studies
Chicago Community Learning Center
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing Assistance
- Compassionate
- Recording vital signs
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Electronic Charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Safety Precautions
- Positioning Patients
- Feeding Assistance
- Documenting behaviors
- Companionship and emotional support
- Inpatient Care
- Patient relationship building
- Geriatric Care
- Responding to emergencies
- Healthcare ethics
- Maintaining privacy
- Colostomy Care
- Trustworthy companion
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Feeding assistance expert
- Patient Management
- Specimen Collection
- Light Housekeeping
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Restraint Application
- Outpatient Care
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Wound care specialist
- Oxygen therapy
- Toileting assistance
- Vital sign recording
- G-tube care
- Monitoring fluids
- EHR Management
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control procedures
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Understands medical procedures
Certification
- Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT) - National Healthcareer Association.
- EKG Technician Certification (CET) - National Healthcareer Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) - National Healthcareer Association.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
01.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elevate Care
04.2023 - 01.2024
Laboratory Technician
University of Chicago Medical Center
02.2023 - 01.2024
Patient Care Technician
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
08.2019 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Taylan High School
No Degree - Medical Studies
Chicago Community Learning Center
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