Kassie Russell
Springfield
Summary
Compassionate CNA with extensive experience at St Croix Hospice, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to advocate for patient needs while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Recognized for training new staff and maintaining HIPAA compliance, fostering a safe and respectful environment for all patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
St Croix Hospice
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Trained new staff in best practices for patient care and documentation procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs, fostering an environment of trust and respect.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
CNA
Terrace Hospice
Springfield, MO
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Maintained accurate patient records, contributing to effective care coordination.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety standards.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
CNA
Fremont Senior Living
Springfield, MO
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eminence R1
Eminence, MO05.2017
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Health monitoring
- Lifting and transferring
- Toileting assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Reliable team player
- Electronic charting
- Direct patient care
- Light housekeeping
- Observing responses
Certification
CNA
Timeline
CNA
St Croix Hospice
10.2023 - Current
CNA
Terrace Hospice
04.2022 - 10.2023
CNA
Fremont Senior Living
03.2020 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Eminence R1