Tabitha Van Natta
Burlington,KY
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Dedicated and adaptable with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA Mentor
St Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center
Erlanger, KY
09.2023 - Current
- Coached CNAs on appropriate ways of interacting with patients based on their cultural background.
- Motivated individuals by recognizing their strengths, setting achievable goals, and celebrating accomplishments.
- Supported CNAs through difficult situations such as difficult patients or challenging tasks.
- Taught effective time management strategies to help maximize efficiency while caring for multiple patients at once.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for bathing, dressing, transferring, and other patient care activities.
- Assisted with developing individualized plans of care for each patient based on their needs.
- Shared best practices from previous experiences in order to improve upon existing methods of care delivery.
- Offered emotional support and encouragement when needed during stressful times or difficult situations.
- Assessed the knowledge level of new hires prior to starting their shift in order to gauge areas needing improvement.
- Facilitated team building exercises among nursing staff members to promote a positive working environment.
- Informed CNAs about available resources that could be utilized when dealing with complex cases.
- Mentored CNAs by providing feedback on performance in a constructive manner.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Travel CNA
shift key
, KY
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing linens or tidying up rooms after a long day of travel.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with chronic illnesses or terminal diagnoses.
- Documented all services rendered including mileage driven and time spent on each trip assignment accurately in accordance with agency policy guidelines.
- Assisted with patient transportation to and from medical appointments and other destinations.
- Provided assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient needs.
- Monitored patients for signs of distress or discomfort during travel.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
CNA
boone springs
Union, KY
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- 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.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
CNA
Baptist Village Nursing Home
Erlanger, KY
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Home Health CNA
First Light Home Care
Florence, KY
04.2017 - 12.2017
- Helped with physical therapy exercises prescribed by a physician or therapist.
- Measured and recorded food and fluid intake and output levels for each patient.
- Kept updated documentation of client progress notes in an organized manner.
- Maintained accurate records of services rendered to each patient.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Reported any incidents or accidents that occur while providing care to the appropriate authority immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Instructed families on proper care techniques for their loved ones at home.
- Encouraged independence among clients while helping them maintain their dignity.
- Developed positive relationships with clients through active listening skills.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Transported patients to doctor appointments or other destinations when needed.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions and monitored patient response.
- Cleaned equipment used by patients after use according to standard procedures.
- Organized medical supplies in order to ensure they are available when needed.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
CNA
Rosedale Green
Covington, KY
06.2015 - 11.2016
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holmes High School
Covington, KY06-2009
Skills
- Patient care expertise
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Motivational Skills
- Self-Confidence
- Delegation Abilities
- Healthcare Regulations Understanding
- Care Monitoring
- Patient evaluations
- Patient Observation
- CPR Certification
- Feeding Assistance
- Catheter Care
- Wound Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Caregiver Relations
- Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Emotional Support
- Helping with medication
- Patient Care
- CPR/AED
- Client documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Catheter monitoring
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Personal Care Aide
- Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
Timeline
CNA Mentor
St Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Travel CNA
shift key
01.2023 - 09.2023
CNA
boone springs
06.2020 - 12.2022
CNA
Baptist Village Nursing Home
06.2017 - 06.2020
Home Health CNA
First Light Home Care
04.2017 - 12.2017
CNA
Rosedale Green
06.2015 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Holmes High School
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