Trisha Jensen
Olathe,KS
Summary
Dedicated C.N.A. with extensive experience at The University of Kansas Health System, recognized for compassionate patient advocacy and critical thinking. Proven ability to precept new staff and deliver exceptional care, ensuring safety and emotional support for patients. Skilled in emergency response and maintaining meticulous documentation in electronic health records.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
C.N.A
The University of Kansas Health System
Kansas City, KS
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs for patient health assessments.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care areas.
- Followed safety protocols while handling medical equipment and supplies.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with nursing staff regarding patient needs.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care plans and updates.
- Precepted new/oncoming staff for day and night shifts.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
CNA/CMA
Clover Care
Shawnee , KS
08.2019 - 12.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and documentation of patient information.
- Provided compassionate care to residents in daily activities and personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living spaces and common areas.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
- Trained new staff on best practices for resident care and safety protocols.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
CNA/HHA
Elara Caring Hospice
Merriam , KS
08.2016 - 11.2022
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Educated families on caregiving techniques and support resources available.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
CNA
Goodman Household
Olathe, Kansas
01.2014 - 06.2016
- Maintained a safe, healthy, and clean environment for a severely immune-compromised toddler, as well as his infant brother.
- Provided emotional and physical support to the family, by caring for he infant while the toddler underwent chemotherapy.
- Helped maintain safety areas for the toddler who had an LVAD implanted as a result of the effects of chemotherapy.
- Provided emotional and physical support to the family, before and after the loss of the toddler by death.
Education
High School Diploma -
Olathe South High School
Olathe, KS05-2000
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KSSkills
- Complex Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Compassion and empathy
- Conflict resolution
- Consistent Preceptor for BH42
- Precepted for other Units around The University of Kansas Health System
- Trustworthy companion
- Emergency response
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Patient care
Accomplishments
- Received multiple Sunflower Awards/Nominations from patients and families I have cared for with the health system.
- Received multiple Hospice Heart awards/nominations from families of loved ones I cared for while recieving hospice services.
- Continuous and consistent positive rapport/feedback with nursing staff and patient around the University of Kansas Health System, as well as any healthcare I have been placed in.
Certification
- CNA certification August 2012
- CMA certification October 2013
- BLS CPR/AED certified
- Patient Safety Advocate certified
- Crisis Prevention Intervention certified
Languages
ASL Sign Language
Professional
Timeline
C.N.A
The University of Kansas Health System
09.2022 - Current
CNA/CMA
Clover Care
08.2019 - 12.2024
CNA/HHA
Elara Caring Hospice
08.2016 - 11.2022
CNA
Goodman Household
01.2014 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Olathe South High School
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Johnson County Community College