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Kimberly sharp
OLD HICKORY
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Care Givers, enhancing patient comfort and well-being through expert bathing assistance and compassionate care. Achieved a significant reduction in fall incidents through innovative safety measures. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance, I excel in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prefered Care at Home
05.2020 - 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.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- 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.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care Givers
07.2005 - 12.2020
- Performed wound care as directed by nursing staff, maintaining a sterile environment to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Provided accurate documentation of patient information and progress, ensuring effective communication between healthcare team members.
- Maintained patient confidentiality at all times, adhering to HIPAA regulations and respecting their right to privacy throughout the caregiving process.
- Assisted in daily living activities for patients, promoting independence and dignity throughout the caregiving process.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various needs.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing assistance, consistently applying new knowledge to improve patient care quality.
- Implemented individualized exercise routines as directed by physical therapists or physicians in order to increase mobility levels among patients.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area within the facility that adhered to all health and safety regulations set forth by state guidelines.
- Assisted residents during meal times by cutting food items into smaller pieces or even feeding them when necessary ensuring they received adequate nutrition.
- Utilized proper body mechanics during transfers and positioning, ensuring patient safety while minimizing risk of injury.
- Established relationships based on trust with patients by actively listening to their concerns or fears regarding their treatment plan.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy
South College
Knoxville, TN12-2024
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Patient transfers
- End-of-life care
- Toileting assistance
- Reliable team player
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) - National Healthcare Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
- , Emergency Medicial Technician National health Association
Interests
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prefered Care at Home
05.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care Givers
07.2005 - 12.2020
Certificate - Phlebotomy
South College
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