Thomas Kennedy
Bellingham,WA
Summary
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. Analytical and strategic Med tech/CNA with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Med Tech/CNA
Josephine Caring Community Suites Assisted Living
Stanwood , WA
2017.11 - Current
- Medication administration
- Fax. Charting. MD orders
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions and assisting with concerns.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork and compassion.
- Maintained patient confidence and protected hospital by keeping information confidential.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Home Care Provider
DHHS
Bellingham , MA
2014.03 - Current
- Assisted patient with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Travel And Hospitality
Western Business College
Portland ORHigh School Diploma -
Estancia High School
Costa Mesa, CA06.1989
Skills
- Vital Signs Collection
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Feeding Assistance
- Observation Documentation
- Medical Record keeping
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Medications Familiarity
- Basic Life Support
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Responding to Emergencies
- Universal Precautions
- Medication Assistance
- Quality Patient Care
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- First Aid Certification
- Assisting with Daily Living
- CNA Certification
- Bathing and Dressing
- Care Monitoring
- Patient Safety Management
- Catheter Care
- Personal Care Assistance
- Bed Transfers
- Infection Prevention and Control
Accomplishments
- Achieved Two Awards
- Customer service award
- hassle award
- Lived in Europe for 9 years
- Germany, England ,Austria and switzerland
- CNA for 15 years
Timeline
Med Tech/CNA
Josephine Caring Community Suites Assisted Living
2017.11 - Current
Home Care Provider
DHHS
2014.03 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Travel And Hospitality
Western Business College
High School Diploma -
Estancia High School
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