Kanesha Battle
Saint Louis
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at SSM DePaul Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective communication. Recognized for building strong relationships and advocating for patient needs, ensuring safety and comfort in all interactions.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
ACCESSIBLE LIVING INC.
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety throughout daily activities.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, mobility, and nutrition, promoting overall health and well-being.
- Educated patients and families on care procedures and health management practices effectively.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs within healthcare team discussions, enhancing care quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans and interventions.
- Provided personalized support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and promoting independence.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes in behavior and responses to treatment for ongoing assessments.
- Led crisis intervention efforts by employing de-escalation techniques to ensure safety of clients and staff members.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles for clients by assisting with meal planning, grocery shopping, and preparing nutritious meals.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Nursing Assistant
SSM DePaul Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Implemented patient care plans under the supervision of registered nurses.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to optimize patient care strategies.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
Nursing Assistant
Family Home Health
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to promote hygiene.
- Supported emotional well-being of patients through compassionate communication and companionship.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
BKA Medical Training
SAINT LOUIS 09-2020
NORTH COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL
Florissant, MO05-2017
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Reliable transportation
- Trustworthy companion
- Transporting patients
- Specimen collection
- Light housekeeping
- Patient relationship building
- Documenting behaviors
- Companionship and emotional support
- Ambulation assistance
- Geriatric care
- Electronic charting
- Patient-focused care
- Bedside manner
- Safety precautions
- Reliable team player
Timeline
CNA
ACCESSIBLE LIVING INC.
01.2024 - 01.2025
Nursing Assistant
SSM DePaul Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2023
Nursing Assistant
Family Home Health
05.2017 - 05.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant -
BKA Medical Training
NORTH COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL
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