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Compassionate CNA with Security Background

Location:
West Des Moines, IA
Posted:
March 05, 2026

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C O N TACT

515-***-****

***********@*******.***

West Des Moines, Iowa 50266

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P R O F E S S I O N A L S U MMARY

Motivated professional experienced in providing

exceptional care to elderly, disabled and recuperating patients. Demonstrated expertise in basic nursing care and medical recordkeeping. Possessing a greatly love for direct patient, staff relief within long-term care, hosptials and mental health centers. Committed to delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of patients through attentive and thorough medical care.

E D U C ATION

High School Diploma

Connection Academy, Iowa

E X P E R I E N C E

September 2024 - Present

Detention Officer

Polk County Jail, Des Moines, Iowa

January 2023 - Present

Certified Nursing Assistant 40-48 per week

RTG, Fremount, NE

April 2022 - Present

Travel CNA 40-48 per week

Grapetree Staffing, Milo, IA

Responded quickly to emergency situations using

appropriate de-escalation techniques.

Developed strong communication skills while

interacting with inmates and staff members.

Conducted security checks in detention facilities to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Performed regular cell inspections to identify any potential safety issues.

Handcuffed and removed specified inmates from

holdover cells to escort to and from arraignments.

Assisted with searches for contraband items within the facility premises.

Documented disciplinary actions taken against

inmates according to established protocols.

Controlled disruptive behavior with suitable verbal orders or appropriate use of physical force.

Monitored inmates, watching closely for unusual

behavior and improper conduct.

Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity.

Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with

bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.

Completed daily documentation and charts

regarding patient care and input reports into

practice databases.

Observed changes in patient status and response

and immediately communicated concerns to

nursing staff.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

A A S Y E Y A H T E R R Y

January 2022 - Present

Patient Care Technician 32-40 (PRN)

A-1 Staffing, Urbandale, Iowa

April 2022 - October 2023

Rehabilitation Assistant 48-60 per week

Mercy Rehab Center, Clive, IA

June 2021 - April 2022

Patient Care Technician

UnityPoint IA Methodist, Des Moines, IA

Utilized strong organizational skills to manage

multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced

environment.

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal

communication skills while interacting with

patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Performed detailed documentation of patient

medical records according to established protocols.

Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with

bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.

Performed hourly rounds and responded promptly

to call lights.

• Utilized computer systems for charting patient data. Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and

grooming, supporting activities of daily living.

Reported changes in patient status to nursing staff in a timely manner.

Provided direct patient care to patients with chronic illnesses or disabilities under the supervision of a registered nurse or other healthcare professional.

Completed daily documentation and charts

regarding patient care and input reports into

practice databases.

Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity.

Measured patient vital signs, recording body

temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.

Encouraged independent living by assisting clients in developing daily routines that promote healthy

lifestyle habits.

Conducted assessments of clients' mental status,

including evaluating their level of functioning,

moods, and thoughts.

Performed hourly rounds and responded promptly

to call lights.

• Utilized computer systems for charting patient data. August 2021 - January 2022

Unit Clerk

UnityPoint IA Methodist, Des Moines, IA

January 2020 - December 2020

Fraud & Claims Operations Specialist

West Fargo, West Des Moines, IOWA

Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and

grooming, supporting activities of daily living.

Reported changes in patient status to nursing staff in a timely manner.

Maintained chart and filed paperwork, facilitating

clerical functions.

Fostered mobility with regular turning, positioning, and ambulating of patients.

Performed reception duties such as answering

phones, greeting visitors, scheduling appointments, and filing documents into patient charts.

Developed strong organizational and administrative skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously as a Unit Clerk.

Provided excellent customer service by responding

promptly to inquiries from patients and their

families regarding services offered by the unit.

Assisted with discharge planning process by

providing necessary paperwork for follow up visits or referrals.

Recorded patient information by inputting medical

history and treatment details into database.

Handled incoming calls with proper answering and

routing routines.

Responded promptly to emails and phone calls

from current or prospective clients.

Monitored customer accounts for unusual or

suspicious activity.

Observed customer transactions to identify

fraudulent activity.

Conducted research on financial transactions to

detect possible fraud patterns.

S K I L L S

• Grooming and Bathing Assistance

• Direct Patient Care

• Computer Literacy

• Catheter Change and Preparation

• Behavior Redirection

• Proper Staffing

C E R T I F I C ATIONS

• Certificated Nursing Assistant 325032



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