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Whiteny Walker

Marion,IL

Summary

Adept in patient monitoring and fostering client communication, I leveraged these skills at Greater Vision Vet Care to enhance patient care quality significantly. My expertise in veterinary diagnostics and compassionate support has consistently improved wellbeing and safety, showcasing a commitment to excellence in healthcare and client service.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Technician Intern

Greater Vision Vet Care
06.2016 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.

Direct Support Professional

SRA INC Eldorado Il
10.2014 - 10.2016
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.

Cleaning Assistant

Private Individual
05.2015 - 08.2016
  • Mopped and vacuumed floors to remove residue and restore finished appearance.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
  • Wiped windows, tables and other surface areas to eliminate dust and residue and increase aesthetic value.
  • Scrubbed and sanitized toilets and trash cans to maintain healthy environment.

Certified Nursin

Carrier Mills Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2011 - 08.2013
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Eldrado Nursing and Rehab Center
08.2010 - 09.2011
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.

Education

CNA And Veterinary Technician - Veterinary Technician

Southeastern Illinois College
Harrisburg, IL
06.2024

Skills

  • Patient Monitoring
  • Phlebotomy Techniques
  • Anesthesia Administration
  • Intravenous catheterization
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Surgical Assistance
  • Bandaging techniques
  • Blood collection
  • Radiology techniques
  • Urinalysis testing
  • Animal Handling
  • Veterinary diagnostics
  • Animal restraint
  • Vital signs
  • General anesthesia monitoring
  • Intravenous injection
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Wound Management
  • Infection Control
  • Aseptic Techniques
  • Surgical scrubbing procedures
  • Diagnostic sampling
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Supply Restocking
  • Veterinary office administration
  • Canine and feline intubation
  • Fluorescein stain test
  • Closed-chest CPR
  • Skin scraping
  • Gram-stained slide preparation
  • Gowning and gloving procedures

Timeline

Veterinary Technician Intern

Greater Vision Vet Care
06.2016 - Current

Cleaning Assistant

Private Individual
05.2015 - 08.2016

Direct Support Professional

SRA INC Eldorado Il
10.2014 - 10.2016

Certified Nursin

Carrier Mills Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2011 - 08.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

Eldrado Nursing and Rehab Center
08.2010 - 09.2011

CNA And Veterinary Technician - Veterinary Technician

Southeastern Illinois College
Whiteny Walker