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Skyla Niemeyer

Chester

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Associate

Mercy Perry Hospital
04.2024 - Current
  • Provided direct patient care and support services in accordance with established standards and practices.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
  • Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment for the patient by ensuring that all medical equipment is functioning properly and securely stored when not in use.
  • Communicated regularly with nursing staff regarding changes in patient condition or needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care including treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Prepared meals for patients based on individual dietary requirements.
  • Accompanied ambulatory patients to appointments or other activities within the hospital setting as needed.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as requested.
  • Provided emotional support to family members of patients facing difficult health challenges.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes following proper safety protocols.
  • Assisted with range-of-motion exercises designed to increase mobility in bedridden or immobile patients.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair or strher to various locations throughout the facility as needed.
  • Cleaned rooms between patient admissions according to established guidelines for infection control.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to inquiries from both staff members and families of patients.
  • Performed basic clerical tasks such as answering phones, filing documents, scheduling appointments or preparing charts.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for providing quality patient care on an ongoing basis.
  • Recorded detailed notes about each interaction with a patient in order to provide comprehensive documentation of their stay.
  • Took vital signs accurately using automated devices whenever possible.
  • Observed changes in the physical condition of a patient and reported any issues immediately to the nurse supervisor.
  • Educated family members about prescribed treatments plans so they could be better prepared at home after discharge.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Routinely checked and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores and guarantee patient safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Treated patients, families, visitors, staff and others professionally, resulting in creation of several lasting relationships.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with basic wound care by preparing slings, stockings and bandages.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.

Cashier

Walmart
01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Processed transactions efficiently, ensuring accurate cash handling and customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries, promoting positive shopping experiences.
  • Managed checkout area, maintaining organized and clean workspace.
  • Operated point-of-sale systems accurately for seamless transaction processing.
  • Balanced cash drawer at shift end, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.

Barista

Scooters
12.2023 - 06.2024
  • Prepared and served high-quality coffee beverages according to customer preferences
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace, ensuring a positive customer experience
  • Assisted in training new team members on beverage preparation and customer service standards
  • Operated point-of-sale system, processing transactions accurately and efficiently
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chester High School
Chester, IL
12-2023

Skills

  • Monitoring tools
  • Behavior redirection
  • Care Plan Management
  • Clinical Quality Program Standards
  • Progress Documentation
  • Quality program protocols
  • Healthcare operations
  • Care plan assessment
  • Community activities
  • Organizational standards
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Behavioral Management
  • Patient Transport
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Care
  • Basic Life Support
  • Family Support
  • Organizational skills
  • Relationship building
  • Scheduling
  • Goal setting

Timeline

Patient Care Associate

Mercy Perry Hospital
04.2024 - Current

Barista

Scooters
12.2023 - 06.2024

Cashier

Walmart
01.2023 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Chester High School
Skyla Niemeyer