Taylor Jackson
Gary,US
Summary
Compassionate, proactive, reliable and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with a strong background in
providing high quality patient care in hospital and nursing home settings. Skilled in working collaboratively with nurses
and healthcare teams to implement individualized care plans and improve patient outcomes. Recognized for excellent
communication, strong organizational skills, and a compassionate approach that fosters trust and comfort among
patients and their families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Hammond Whiting Care Center
10.2023 - 12.2025
- Provided compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, maintaining high standards of hygiene and protocol compliance.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to support clinical decision-making by healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans for residents' needs.
CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant
Shift Key Staffing
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Travel Agency
- Delivered high-quality personal hygiene support, enhancing patient dignity and well-being.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments, documenting vital signs and changes in condition.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
Lead Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
St. Catherine’s Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Supervised daily operations of patient care services, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians, enhancing team performance and patient care standards.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized patient care plans based on assessments.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and increased operational efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient data in electronic health record systems for accuracy.
- Conducted regular equipment checks to maintain functionality and safety standards within the unit.
- Assisted in patient mobility and comfort during examinations, promoting positive healthcare experiences.
- Triaged emergency situations effectively under pressure, initiating appropriate interventions until medical help arrived.
Education
BLS ( CPR & AED )
American Heart Association
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Gary Area Career Center
Gary, IN06.2014
High School Diploma - General Studies
WestSide Leadership Academy
Gary , IN06.2014
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Problem-solving
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Conflict resolution
- Patient advocacy
- Health monitoring
- Infection control practices
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
Timeline
CNA
Hammond Whiting Care Center
10.2023 - 12.2025
CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant
Shift Key Staffing
01.2021 - 01.2023
Lead Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
St. Catherine’s Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2021
BLS ( CPR & AED )
American Heart Association
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Gary Area Career Center
High School Diploma - General Studies
WestSide Leadership Academy