Kimberly Augustus
Baton Rouge
Summary
Compassionate nurse aide with strong work ethic and several years of experience providing the best care to patients. Proficient in assisting patients with bathing, dressing and toileting. Well-versed in taking and recording temperatures, blood pressure and other vitals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Aide
Sunrise of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge
02.2024 - Current
- Delivered companionship and basic care to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Supported patient care activities, ensuring safety and dignity during daily routines.
- Trained junior CNAs on best practices for resident care and infection control.
- Demonstrated compassion and empathy in interactions, fostering a positive environment for patients.
- Helped residents with range exercises and other rehabilitative activities.
CNA
Clarity Hospice of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care to enhance patient comfort in hospice setting.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to nursing staff to inform patient care decisions.
- Educated families on patient needs and comfort measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Ensured accurate, timely patient records and updated healthcare team on status to support coordinated care.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Cna
Legacy Nursing Home
Baton Rouge
05.2019 - 06.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs to enhance their comfort and well-being.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for residents, promoting health and safety standards.
- Supported residents during meals, facilitating proper nutrition and hydration for improved health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to residents and engaged them in social activities.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Nurse Aide
Seaside Behavioral Health
Baton Rouge
06.2016 - 04.2019
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests courteously and efficiently.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Collaborated in team meetings with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care practices.
- Documented and reported incidents and accidents involving clients to supervisor and nursing leadership for timely resolution.
- Facilitated training for new staff on patient care protocols and safety procedures to ensure compliance and quality care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University
LA10-2026
High School Diploma -
Unitech Training Academy
Baton Rouge, LA05-2013
High School Diploma -
Brusly High School
Brusly, LA05-2012
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Bathing assistance
- Mobility support
- Memory care
- Client transportation
- CPR Certified
- Training new staff
- Team collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Emotional support
- Empathy
Timeline
Nurse Aide
Sunrise of Baton Rouge
02.2024 - Current
CNA
Clarity Hospice of Baton Rouge
08.2022 - 02.2024
Cna
Legacy Nursing Home
05.2019 - 06.2022
Nurse Aide
Seaside Behavioral Health
06.2016 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University
High School Diploma -
Unitech Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Brusly High School