Karen Blue
**** ***** ******** ***., **********, DC 20002 202-***-****
*****.******@*****.***
Objectives
Highly dedicated and resourceful Certified Nursing Assistant with an exemplary record of caring and thorough resident service. Adept at handling difficult or traumatic situations with complete courtesy and professionalism. Able to work well independently and as a resident health care team member. Experience
National Children’s Center, Silver Spring, MD
Direct Support Professional
06/2019-08/2021
• Assisting clients with daily personal tasks, including bathing and dressing
• Completing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, washing dishes and tidying
• Helping plan client appointments and organize a schedule
• Organizing with transportation arrangements to appointments
• Shopping for groceries and preparing meals that meet specific client dietary needs
• Accompany clients to doctor’s appointments and other medical appointments.
• Work with individuals to discover and pursue personal goals in keeping with their Individual Support Plans. (ISPs)
• Guide and assist individuals in learning activities of daily living skills (ADLs) both in the home and in the community.
Right At Home, Washington, DC
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
05/2017-05/2019
• Accurately measures vital signs and I & O's.
• Accurately measures and records heights and weights.
• Assists patients with personal care needs.
• Provides meal assistance based on individualized patient’s needs.
• Explains procedures to patients before administering care.
• Assists patients with bowel and bladder functions and training.
• Assists patients in transporting to appointments and activities. Empties urinary drainage bags and records amount in record; reports any irregularities to nurse.
• Stores and labels patients’ personal items per policy. Karen Blue
1316 North Carolina Ave., Washington, DC 20002 202-***-**** *****.******@*****.***
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Deanwood Rehabilitation Center, Washington, DC
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
05/2015 – 05/2017
• Bathe and dress patients
• Serve meals and help patients eat
• Take vital signs
• Turn or reposition patients who are bedridden
• Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses and doctors
• Lift patients into beds, wheelchairs, exam tables, etc.
• Answer patient calls
• Examine patients for bruises, blood in urine or other injuries/wounds
• Clean and sanitize patient areas
• Change bed sheets and restock rooms with necessary supplies John’s Transportation, Washington, DC
Medical Patient Transporter
07/2011 - 04/2015
• Transported patients receiving various levels of care including intensive care.
• Analyzed individual medical conditions to identify proper mode of transport.
• Cultivated and fostered relationships with patients and medical personnel to forge trust and ensure satisfaction.
• Ensured compliance with all infection-control rules and regulations.
• Honored recipient of Employee of the Month Award for outstanding performance. Avis Car Rental, Arlington, VA
Shuttle Driver
10/2008 – 06/2011
• Operated passenger shuttle on pre-defined routes
• Performed daily inspections of the vehicle
• Reported maintenance issues promptly
• Filled gas tank and recorded in the fuel book
• Assisted disable passengers on and off of vehicle, ensuring harmless transport
• Kept record of passenger numbers and maintained a log book Karen Blue
1316 North Carolina Ave., Washington, DC 20002 202-***-**** *****.******@*****.***
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In Home Care Aide, Washington, DC
Home Care Assistant
11/2002 – 01/2007
• Perform health-care related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under the direction of registered nurses and physiotherapists.
• Administer bedside and personal care, such as ambulation and personal hygiene assistance.
• Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands.
• Care for patient during periods of incapacitation, family disruption or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care and help in adjusting to new lifestyles.
• Plan, shop for, and prepare meals, including special diets, and assist families in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals.
• Transport patient to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle.
• Train family members to provide bedside care.
United States Army, CONUS
Light-Wheel Vehicle Mechanic
10/1986-10/1990
• Skill Level 1 Maintained power assisted brake systems, wheel vehicle suspension systems, wheel vehicle wheel/hub assemblies, wheel vehicle mechanical (manual) steering systems, wheel vehicle hydraulic (power) steering systems, and wheel vehicle crane/ hose/winch assemblies.
• Skill Level 2 Performed duties in preceding skill level, supervised lower grade soldiers, and provided technical guidance to the soldiers in the accomplishment of their duties.
• Skill Level 3 Performed duties in preceding skill levels, performed light-wheel vehicle mechanic (MOS 63B) duties, performed heavy-wheel vehicle mechanic (MOS 63S) duties, and performed track vehicle mechanic (MOS 63Y) duties. Supervised unit maintenance on wheel and track vehicles, material handling equipment, power generation equipment, and upkeep of hand and power tools. University of the District of Columbia, Washington, DC Associate of Applied Science Degree, 1985
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Certifications
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Certified Heart Saver CPR AED
• Certified Heart Saver First Aid
• Certified Healthcare Provider
Karen Blue
1316 North Carolina Ave., Washington, DC 20002 202-***-**** *****.******@*****.***
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• Childcare Training & Education Program