Skylar Hertzler
Thornwald Nursing Home
Carlisle,PA
8
years of professional experience
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with direct patient care, vital signs monitoring, and geriatric support experience. Skilled in HIPAA compliance, bedside manner, and safe, patient-focused care.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
6 Years 1 Month- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition accurately.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Repositioned immobile residents to support comfort and prevent pressure injuries.
- Communicated care updates promptly to nurses and interdisciplinary care team members.
- Supported meal service, feeding assistance, and hydration monitoring for residents.
- Responded quickly to resident needs, call lights, and comfort requests.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and well-being.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Dietary Assistant
8 Months- Delivered meals promptly while verifying special requests, texture modifications, and allergy restrictions.
- Monitored meal service flow to ensure accurate distribution and timely resident dining support.
- Prepared therapeutic and regular meal trays according to resident diet orders and food safety guidelines.
- Assisted dietary staff with tray assembly, portioning, and kitchen sanitation tasks.
Server
1 Year 10 Months- Greeted guests promptly, delivered attentive table service, and maintained warm dining experience.
- Presented menu recommendations, described daily specials, and supported suggestive selling efforts.
- Accurately entered orders, coordinated with kitchen staff, and resolved timing issues quickly.
- Processed cash, card, and receipt transactions while maintaining accurate guest checkouts.
Education
No Degree - Nursing RN/ ASN
High School Diploma
Skills
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Geriatric care
Complex Problem-solving
Patient-focused care
End-of-life care
HIPAA compliance
Compassionate caregiver
Bedside manner
Reliable team player
Compassionate
Reliable transportation
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Thornwald Nursing Home
09.2020 - CurrentRead More
Dietary Assistant
Forest Park Nursing Home
08.2020 - 04.2021Read More
Server
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
11.2018 - 09.2020Read More
Harrisburg Area Community College
No Degree from Nursing RN/ ASN
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Big Spring High School
High School Diploma
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