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Starting School at SIC Harrisburg in the Fall to work towards obtaining my LPN
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Cassandra Howard

Carmi

Summary

Dedicated CNA with experience, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through attentive care and support. A reliable team player committed to promoting independence and dignity while ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.

Compassionate and dedicated with natural ability to connect with patients and provide quality care. Understands basic patient care principles. Committed to making positive impact by ensuring patient comfort and well-being.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Wabash Senior Living And Rehab
01.2025 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • 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.
  • 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.

CNA

Carmi Manor Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.

Paraprofessional

CWC Unit 5 District
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.

Community Health Worker

Egyptian Health Dept
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
  • Built trust within diverse communities through cultural competency training, empathetic communication skills, and active listening techniques.
  • Addressed patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in community health work, ensuring the delivery of quality services to clients.

Education

GED -

SIC
Harrisburg, IL
05-2011

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Reliable team player

Timeline

CNA

Wabash Senior Living And Rehab
01.2025 - Current

Paraprofessional

CWC Unit 5 District
08.2024 - 11.2024

CNA

Carmi Manor Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
03.2024 - 12.2024

Community Health Worker

Egyptian Health Dept
01.2023 - 12.2023

GED -

SIC

Starting School at SIC Harrisburg in the Fall to work towards obtaining my LPN

I am currently enrolled at SIC Harrisburg in the fall to complete Prereq classes and hope to get into the LPN nursing program by next fall 2026. 

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