Victoria Walker
Green Bay
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Rennes Health and Rehab Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient management. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and personalized care plans, fostering a supportive environment. Proven ability to implement fall prevention strategies, ensuring safety and comfort for all patients. Making my patients my number 1 priority been doing in home care of a 72 year old diabetic man with no mobility in right leg
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health CNA
Dennis Riddle
Green Bay, WI
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records of dosages.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care routines.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming to maintain patient hygiene and dignity.
- Improved patient satisfaction by actively listening and addressing concerns or requests promptly.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients at home.
- Ensured timely medication administration for improved patient health outcomes.
- Provided transportation assistance to doctor appointments or therapy sessions as needed for continued patient care outside the home setting.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided mobility support, helping patients move safely around their homes and reducing the risk of falls or injuries.
- Maintained accurate records of patients'' progress, appointments, and medications for efficient care coordination among healthcare providers.
- Supported mental well-being through engaging conversation or recreational activities tailored to each individual''s interests.
- Increased patient safety by conducting regular safety assessments of the home environment and suggesting modifications when necessary.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Promoted patient independence through skill-building activities, goal-setting, and encouragement in reaching milestones.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure all parties were informed of care plans and progress updates.
- Managed wound care by ensuring timely dressing changes and following infection control protocols for optimal healing outcomes.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Fostered a positive environment for patients and their families by offering emotional support and encouragement during challenging times.
CNA
RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER
De Pere, WI
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address needs and concerns.
- Followed infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Joan Farley Academy
Denver, CO05.2009
Skills
- Alzheimer's care
- Transfer techniques
- Dressing assistance
- Catheter care
- Feeding assistance
- Confidentiality adherence
- Bathing assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Motivational skills
- Diabetes management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Respite care
- Hospice care
- Fall prevention
- Range of motion exercises
- Ambulation support
- Toileting assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Bedside manner
- Companionship and emotional support
- Ambulation assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Care plan implementation
- Patient care
- End-of-life care
- Transporting patients
- Patient lifting
- Safety precautions
- Compassionate
- Responding to emergencies
- Patient management
- Reliable team player
- Reliable transportation
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Observing responses
- Light housekeeping
- Meal planning
- Medical records management
- Inpatient care
- Quality assurance
- Preparing meals
- Specimen collection
- Collecting vital signs
- Indirect patient care
- Case management
- Condition monitoring
- Quality assurance controls
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient-focused care
- Adaptable
- Patient relationship building
- Patient assessments
- Electronic charting
- Documenting behaviors
- Medical terminology
- Healthcare ethics
- Maintaining privacy
- Valid state driver's license
- General housekeeping
- Activity planning
- Complex Problem-solving
- Trustworthy companion
- Patient relations
- Respiratory equipment training
- Monitoring fluids
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Infection control procedures
- Quick problem solver
- Helping with medication
Timeline
Home Health CNA
Dennis Riddle
07.2024 - Current
CNA
RENNES HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER
10.2023 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Joan Farley Academy