Kirsten Long
Knoxville
Summary
Personable and compassionate with 10 years experience of natural ability to connect with patients and provide high-quality care. Knowledge of basic medical terminology and patient care techniques. Dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and well-being through attentive and empathetic support.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
Knoxville, TN
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, promoting a safe environment.
- Checked/monitored patient vitals, weight and blood sugar levels.
- Documented patient care activities, conditions, vital signs, intake and output accurately in electronic health records system.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Followed the therapy/therapists protocol for movement on each patient using the correct equipment while also safely promoting self care/independence.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments. Followed wound care nursing instructions for each patient.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures and collecting specimens.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Cared for patients with diagnoses such as stroke, respiratory failure, tracheostomies, diabetes, TBI's, Parkinson's disease, Guillain-Barre syndrome, muscular dystrophy, injury's from wrecks, edema, amputees, memory care, etc.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Three months of Unit Clerk experience:
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges with staffing administration and thru Cerner; Having clean rooms ready for new admits.
- Greeted new admits and assisted with transfers from car to wheelchair to facility room when transported by family.
- Assisted charge nurse with various tasks including passing on nursing report for new admissions.
- Organized staffing by assigning and passing out hospital work phones to keep in contact throughout the shift.
- Called emergent for
- Managed and kept medical records/physical patient charts orderly; Scanned patient information into hospital charting system.
- Assisted patients in scheduling appointments with transportation while in hospital.
- Coordinated x-rays, ultrasounds, and lab specimen collection with transport ordered by physicians.
- Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer hospital information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained self pay payments from patients if needed and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Homes
Knoxville, TN
2015 - 2020
- Monitored vital signs.
- Reported changes in behaviors or medical conditions to nursing.
- Efficiently completed 2 hour roundings consisting of ADL's and total care on residents, averaging 16-18 residents per shift.
- Charted all ADL's, vitals, intake and output.
- Kept resident rooms clean, orderly and stocked with supplies.
- Assisted with feedings.
- Maintained high morale with residents.
- Effectively de-escalate agitated memory care residents and irate family members.
- 5 years experience within the LTC memory care building and assisted living housing.
Education
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Compassionate Care
Knoxville, TN2015
High School Diploma -
Carter High School
Knoxville, TN2011
Skills
- 10 years nursing experience from LTC, assisted living, and therapy rehabilitation
- BLS trained and certified
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Adaptable
- Transfer techniques
- Patient and staff relationship building
- Bedside manner
- Patient-focused care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Homes
2015 - 2020
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Compassionate Care
High School Diploma -
Carter High School