Sweetie Helms
White Bear Lake,Minnesota
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate CNA/TMA with extensive experience at The Estate Greeley, proficient in vital sign assessments and patient transfers. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/TMA
The Estate Greeley
Stillwater, MN
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated daily living activities and personal care for residents.
- Conducted vital sign assessments, including blood pressure and temperature measurements.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
TMA
NorthStar Recovery Services
Saint Paul, Minnesota
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Measured vital signs including body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Completed daily documentation and charting of patient care in practice databases.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted during feeding activities.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations to safeguard sensitive medical information.
CNA
New Dawn Inc.
worthington, MN
03.2017 - 06.2021
- Delivered direct patient care, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Completed daily documentation and input reports into practice databases.
- Prepared residents for meals and provided assistance during feeding.
- Observed infection control procedures to protect patients and staff.
- Applied restorative care techniques to enhance patient independence.
- Sanitized medical equipment and ensured cleanliness of rooms.
- Facilitated admission and discharge processes for continuity of care.
- Followed manufacturer's instructions for equipment use, considering patient size and conditions.
CNA
CCSI
worthington, MN
03.2008 - 04.2020
- Provided direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained accurate daily documentation and charts regarding patient care.
- Prepared residents for meals and supported feeding activities.
- Input patient care reports into practice databases to ensure data accuracy.
Education
Nursing - Nursing Candidate
Century Collage
white bear06-2028
Skills
- Patient transfers and vital signs
- Safety compliance
- End-of-life care
- Basic life support
- Lifting and transferring
- Infection control practices
- Wound care
- HIPAA compliance
- Emotional support
- Critical thinking
- Range of motion exercises
- Urinary catheter care
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Activity planning
- Compassionate caregiving
- Valid state driver's license
- Medication administration
Certification
CNA/TMA/BLS FOR CPR.
Accomplishments
GPA 3.5
Affiliations
VOLUNTEER TO THE CHURCH OF GOD.STILL THER.
Timeline
CNA/TMA
The Estate Greeley
08.2025 - Current
TMA
NorthStar Recovery Services
05.2021 - 07.2023
CNA
New Dawn Inc.
03.2017 - 06.2021
CNA
CCSI
03.2008 - 04.2020
Nursing - Nursing Candidate
Century Collage