Jennifer Risner
Greeneville
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient wellbeing. Known for fostering a positive environment through empathetic communication and detailed attention to patient needs.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Signature Health Care of Greeneville
Greeneville, TN
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Supported mobility assistance for patients, enhancing their independence.
- Responded efficiently to patient needs, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to promote safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement patient care plans effectively.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ballad /Laughlin Health Care
Greeneville, TN
03.2016 - 01.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Educated patients on basic health practices and hygiene routines.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ballad Health Care
Greeneville, TN
06.1999 - 03.2015
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care West (Signature)
Greeneville, TN
1995 - 1999
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to promote safety.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center of Greeneville
Greeneville, TN
1992 - 1995
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported mobility assistance for patients, enhancing their independence.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement patient care plans effectively.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Greene High School
Greeneville, TN01-1987
Skills
- Compassionate caregiver
- Great communication skills
- Strong Interpersonal skills with family and residents
- Highlighting the day of each resident whether if its a laugh or a smile
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant - Licensed 1/1992
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Signature Health Care of Greeneville
01.2025 - 01.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ballad /Laughlin Health Care
03.2016 - 01.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ballad Health Care
06.1999 - 03.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care West (Signature)
1995 - 1999
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center of Greeneville
1992 - 1995
High School Diploma -
West Greene High School