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Willow Kiper

Omaha,United States

Summary

With over five years of dedicated service as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), beginning at age 16, I've cultivated a strong foundation in compassionate patient care while pursuing my high school and college education.


Transitioning into a dynamic role at the Tecumseh State Correctional Institution for four years, I progressed from Corporal to Unit Case Manager, demonstrating adeptness in leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Now, driven by a passion for growth and seeking to align with my professional aspirations, I am eager to embark on new career opportunities where I can leverage my diverse background and hands-on experience.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

University Of Nebraska Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Unit Case Manager

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services
05.2023 - 04.2024
  • Managed a caseload of 128 incarcerated individuals at one time
  • Each caseload involved subjects such as classifications/custody level changes, court dates, family issues, mental health needs, appropriate housing needs, confidential information, individualized behavioral plans, and restrictions/restraint levels per the offenders' level of safety needs
  • Management level position, supervised up to 10 staff members at a time
  • Managed the safety and security of the institution
  • Responsible for handling inmate caseloads in a timely and accurate manner

Caseworker

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted with maintaining control within assigned Housing Unit
  • Assisted supervisory Unit Staff with caseload duties
  • Supervised activities of inmates
  • Enforce facility rules and regulations governing the conduct of inmates
  • Documented inmate behavior, status, and movement

Corporal

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Enforce facility rules and regulations governing the conduct of inmates
  • Documented inmate behavior, status, and movement
  • Searched inmates’ person, quarters, and work areas for contraband
  • Monitored the operation of manual, computerized and/or electronically controlled security equipment, maintaining controlled movement of inmates, staff members, and the public
  • Maintained all daily control documentation, logs, counts, and inmate movement

Certified Nursing Assistant

Salem Luthern Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Transported patients between rooms, activities, and appointments
  • Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing, and using patient strengths to motivate patient
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress

Resident Assistant/Senior Resident Assistant

Iowa Western Community College
08.2018 - 12.2019
  • Provided leadership skills to new Resident Assistants
  • Oversaw the duty procedures within the building, including the rounds, duty logs, and informational and incident reports required of staff
  • Oversaw the creation of the Resident Assistant duty schedule and provided the area Coordinator with the duty schedule for the building
  • Strategized to improve resident care and satisfaction and held weekly meetings with directors to advocate for resident needs
  • Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents
  • Conducted daily welfare checks and ensured that all resident needs were met by coordinating with facility staff
  • Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols
  • Observed individual behaviors and suspect actions and reported issues to supervisory staff

Certified Nursing Assistant

WesleyLife-Heritage House
03.2016 - 08.2019
  • Transported patients between rooms, activities, and appointments
  • Promoted patient socialization, self-care, and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy Technician

Phlebotomy Training Specialists
Omaha, NE
09.2024

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA
12.2019

Skills

Patient Care

HIPAA Compliance

Reliable team player

Direct Patient Care

Compassionate

Basic Life Support

Bedside manner

Medical terminology knowledge

Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge

Adaptable

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

University Of Nebraska Medical Center
07.2024 - Current

Unit Case Manager

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services
05.2023 - 04.2024

Caseworker

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services
08.2021 - 05.2023

Corporal

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services
07.2020 - 08.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Salem Luthern Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 07.2020

Resident Assistant/Senior Resident Assistant

Iowa Western Community College
08.2018 - 12.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

WesleyLife-Heritage House
03.2016 - 08.2019

Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy Technician

Phlebotomy Training Specialists

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Iowa Western Community College
Willow Kiper