Sandy Kimble
Cottonport
Summary
Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Avoyelles Manor Nursing Home
DuPont
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Teacher's Assistant/School Bus Driver
Mother Hubbard head start
Simmesport
08.2006 - 05.2011
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Coordinated with teachers to identify and support students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Acted as a liaison between students and faculty, facilitating communication and understanding.
- Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marksville High School
Marksville, LA05-1998
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Infection control
- Assisted living
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Regulatory compliance
- Emergency response
- Hygiene assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Attention to detail
- Bathing assistance
- Critical thinking
- Health monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassion and empathy
- Toileting assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Emotional support
- Multitasking and organization
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Feeding assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Problem-solving
Timeline
CNA
Avoyelles Manor Nursing Home
05.2018 - 07.2018
Teacher's Assistant/School Bus Driver
Mother Hubbard head start
08.2006 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
Marksville High School