Samantha Salmon
Independence
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Staff Member
Fort Osage High School
25102 E. Us Highway 24 Independence, Mo, 64056
08.2022 - Current
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and a commitment to excellence.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity by assisting in multiple stations as needed during busy shifts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation and consistent quality.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Ensure all kids our feed a nice healthy balance meal
Certified Nursing Assistant
Favorites Healthcare Staffing
9800 Metcalf Ave Floor 4, Overland Park, Kansas
10.2021 - Current
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services to patients, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
First Access Home Care
8801 E. 63rd St. Suite 207 Raytown, Mo
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Integrity Home Health And Hospice
1210 Ne. Windsor Dr, Lee Summit, Mo
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
144330 E. 42 St S. Independence, Mo, 65055
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Villages Of Jackson Creek Memory Care
19400 E. 40th St S Ct, Independence Mo, 64057
11.2015 - 11.2016
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Certified Nurses Assistant - Certified Nurses Assistant
MEDS CNA Training Program
1425 S Noland Rd Indepence Mo 6405507.2014
High School Diploma -
Independence Academy High School
Independence, MO05.2010
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Organization and Cleanliness
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Safe Food Handling
- Safe food storage
- Patient Care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing Assistance
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety Precautions
- Electronic Charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Feeding Assistance
- Positioning Patients
- Transfer Techniques
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Ambulation Assistance
- Responding to emergencies
- Supporting personal needs
- Maintaining privacy
- Colostomy Care
- Light Housekeeping
Timeline
Kitchen Staff Member
Fort Osage High School
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Favorites Healthcare Staffing
10.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
First Access Home Care
01.2020 - 06.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Integrity Home Health And Hospice
05.2019 - 12.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
06.2017 - 07.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Villages Of Jackson Creek Memory Care
11.2015 - 11.2016
Certified Nurses Assistant - Certified Nurses Assistant
MEDS CNA Training Program
High School Diploma -
Independence Academy High School