Patient Care Certified Nursing

KIMBERLY MASON

Fairhope, AL ***** 251-***-**** ************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Skills

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Care Plan Implementation

Transporting Patients

Patient-Focused Care

Conducting Intakes

Quality Assurance

Mobility Assistance

Patient Lifting

Documenting Behaviors

Direct Patient Care

Electronic Charting

Ambulation Assistance

Activity Planning

Healthcare Ethics

Preparing Meals

Patient Care

End of Life Care

Basic Life Support

HIPAA Compliance

Feeding Assistance Expert

Light Housekeeping

Companionship and Emotional Support

Specimen Collection

Vital Signs Monitoring

Colostomy Care

Critical Thinking

CPR Certification

Medical Terminology

Blood Glucose Testing

End-of-Life Care

Oxygen Therapy

Bathing Assistance

Problem Solving

Infection Control

Biohazard Disposal

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant 01/2020 to Current

Visiting Angels Home Health Care – Daphne

Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output. 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.

Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant 02/2023 to 09/2023

East Point Hospital – Daphne, AL

Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output. Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times. Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels. Certified Nursing Assistant 04/2014 to 01/2020

Diversified Health Care – Fairhope, AL

Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output. 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.

Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.

Hospice Care

Emergency Medical Technician 07/2000 to 05/2017

Med Star Ambulance – Bay Minette, AL

Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.

Reduced response times by effectively coordinating with dispatchers and following established protocols.

Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories. Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients. Certified Nursing Assistant 08/2012 to 05/2013

North Baldwin Infirmary – Bay Minette, AL

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. Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.

Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.

Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.

Education

Certified Nursing 09/2010

Sadds Healthcare - Mobile, AL

Emergency Medical Technology 07/2002

University South Alabama - Mobile, AL

Certifications

EKG Training

Trauma Informed Care

Blood Pressure

Blood Glucose Monitoring

Management of Seizure Episodes

HIPAA Basics

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