Keanna Foster
Atlanta
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant skilled in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Committed to enhancing patient dignity and safety through compassionate support and effective communication.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in direct patient care, safety precautions, and vital sign monitoring. Proven ability to build rapport with patients and families, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily living activities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advantage Private Home Care
Atlanta, GA
11.2024 - 03.2026
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems for continuity of care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Govers Glen
Atlanta, GA
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- 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.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Certified Nursing Assistant
Reliable Health & Rehab at Lakewood
Atlanta, GA
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Educated patients on health practices and provided emotional support during recovery.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in patient care and safety protocols.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, ensuring comfort and well-being throughout shifts.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sandy Springs Health and Rehab
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care areas to ensure safety standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems for continuity of care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
CNA -
New Hope Learning Center
Union City, GA05-2019
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster
Atlanta, GA11-2014
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Compassionate
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advantage Private Home Care
11.2024 - 03.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Govers Glen
05.2022 - 09.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Reliable Health & Rehab at Lakewood
11.2019 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sandy Springs Health and Rehab
08.2019 - 11.2019
CNA -
New Hope Learning Center
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster