Vanity Kirkwood
Sherwood,AR
Summary
Dedicated care professional, 8+ years in direct care. Committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Performed blood draws and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
Lead CNA to PRN
Fox Ridge Luxury Senior Living
06.2021 - Current
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with residents.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding residents with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Participated in fun group activities with residents to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Assist staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Demonstrate leadership by improving work processes. Also motivating and encouraging team members to provide best care possible for residents.
- Volunteer to take additional shifts to help keep schedule full.
- Supervise and help train CNAs on 3-11 and 11-7 shifts.
- Report any and all changes to the nurse.
- Work PRN shifts as needed or available
CNA/ Independent Contractor
Allheart Senior Care
02.2020 - 11.2023
- Offered clients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Assist clients with errands such as grocery shopping and taking them to doctor's appointments.
Life Skills Professional
Central Arkansas Disability Services Inc
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented plans for individuals to achieve greater independence, their daily goals, and community integration
- Encouraged clients to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis.
- Worked to improve, enrich and respect the lives of individuals with developmental, physical, and mental disabilities.
- Documented behaviors, treatments and non-compliance issues.
- Transport individuals to appointments and community outings
- Assist with daily ADLs also while encouraging independence.
CNA
Superior Senior Care
04.2015 - 02.2020
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene such as grooming, showering, and shaving.
- Assisted clients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for clients to promote better nutrition.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in clients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Education
General Studies -
Central High School
05.2003
Skills
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Excellent communication skills
- Patient and environmental safety
- Vital signs and patient observation
- Knowledgeable in medical
- Proficient in basic skills of patient care
- CPR and first-aid certified
- Certified Nursing Assistant issued 06/30/23 expires 06/30/25
- Dementia Care
- Alzheimer's Care
- Senior Care
- Home Care
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Specimen Collections
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock
08.2023 - Current
Lead CNA to PRN
Fox Ridge Luxury Senior Living
06.2021 - Current
CNA/ Independent Contractor
Allheart Senior Care
02.2020 - 11.2023
Life Skills Professional
Central Arkansas Disability Services Inc
06.2017 - 06.2021
CNA
Superior Senior Care
04.2015 - 02.2020
General Studies -
Central High School
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