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Kristin Bialek

Florissant

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Missouri Veterans Home

Skilled Nursing Facility
St. Louis
09.2023 - 06.2025
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance

Provided resident care with individual needs of the patients which included Grooming bathing/ showering oral hygiene care and toileting and transferring.

  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
  • Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
  • Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
  • Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
  • Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.
  • Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
  • Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.

HHA

VITAS Healthcare
St. Louis
12.2021 - 09.2023

Traveling Hospice nursing assistant. Provided care needs for patients in their homes and skilled nursing facilities. Job duties : Ensuring patients had needed medical supplies and deliveries Assisted patients in showering and toileting , Oral care and assisted with feeding.

  • Checked vital signs on a regular basis such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls from clients for assistance or advice regarding health or safety issues.
  • Helped keep track of medical supplies used by the client throughout the day.
  • Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients who were ill or had disabilities.
  • Organized client's personal items for easy access during daily activities.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Observed changes in client's physical or mental condition and reported any changes immediately to supervisor or case manager.
  • Gave assistance with ambulation using proper body mechanics techniques when necessary.
  • Answered questions from family members about the care being provided to the client.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
  • Provided respite services for family members who need time away from caring for their loved ones.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and preferences of the client.
  • Instructed family members on how best to provide care for their loved one when needed.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
  • Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Checked patients' pulse, temperature and respiration.
  • Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
  • Maintained records of patient care, progress or problems to report and discuss observations.
  • Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.

CNA

Lutheran Senior Services, Inc.
St. Louis
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Providing nursing care at skilled nursing facility. Knowledge of OSHA and HIPPA CNA licensed. Knowledge of Matrix system for patient charting. Experience with Alzheimer’s and dementia patients.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.

CNA

Delmar Gardens Of Meramec Valley
St. Louis
01.2017 - 12.2019
  • Provided nursing care in a skilled nursing facility. Knowledge of OSHA and HIPPA. CNA licensed. Knowledge of Matrix system for charting on patients care.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
St. Louis
03.2014 - 07.2017
  • Customer service requiring knowledge of store departments, inventory, and pricing. Knowledge of OSHA and HIPPA. Pharmacy technician certified. Knowledge of store pharmacy and cashier systems.
  • Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
  • Assisted pharmacists in compounding sterile products according to state regulations.
  • Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
  • Retrieved medication from shelves based on physician orders and delivered them to pharmacists for review.
  • Provided education materials about medications to patients upon request.
  • Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
  • Verified accuracy of medication labels before they were dispensed to customers.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and company policies related to pharmacy operations.
  • Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
  • Received payment from customers and processed credit card transactions when necessary.
  • Organized work areas so that everything was easily accessible when needed.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
  • Reported any discrepancies or errors in medication ordering or filling processes immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
  • Liaised with pharmacist to measure and prepare medication doses and packaging and label prescriptions.
  • Supported pharmacy operations by answering phone calls and directing queries appropriately.
  • Maintained a clean and organized pharmacy workspace, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
  • Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies, and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
  • Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
  • Verified prescriptions and drug labels, documents and packages.
  • Implemented and followed pharmacy protocols for medication disposal and waste management.
  • Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
  • Participated in continuing education and training to stay current with pharmacy practices and technology.
  • Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
  • Operated cash registers to accept payments from customers.
  • Cleaned and maintained equipment or work areas according to prescribed methods.

Education

High School Diploma -

Trinity Catholic Highschool
St. Louis, MO
05-2006

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Medical record documentation
  • Infection control
  • Assistance with mobility
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Resident documentation
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Emotional support
  • Compassionate care
  • Fall prevention
  • Bathing assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Health monitoring
  • Dressing assistance
  • Infection control practices
  • End-of-life care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Patient transfers
  • Emergency response
  • Direct patient care
  • Respiratory equipment training
  • Infection control procedures
  • Positioning patients
  • Intake recording
  • Electronic charting
  • Safety precautions
  • Observing responses
  • Adaptable
  • Quality assurance
  • General housekeeping
  • Transfer techniques
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care

Languages

English
Professional

Certification

  • State of Missouri Certified nursing assistant licensed

Timeline

Missouri Veterans Home

Skilled Nursing Facility
09.2023 - 06.2025

HHA

VITAS Healthcare
12.2021 - 09.2023

CNA

Lutheran Senior Services, Inc.
01.2020 - 12.2021

CNA

Delmar Gardens Of Meramec Valley
01.2017 - 12.2019

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
03.2014 - 07.2017

High School Diploma -

Trinity Catholic Highschool
Kristin Bialek