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Kristin Blackburn

Covington

Summary

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Clipboard Health, skilled in vital signs monitoring and wound management. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and support daily living activities, while demonstrating strong communication and emergency response skills. Committed to delivering compassionate care and fostering positive relationships with patients and healthcare teams.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Clipboard Health
Hollywood
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with ambulation using safe equipment to enhance mobility.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients regularly to prevent bedsores.
  • Supported daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, and feeding patients.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for health assessments.
  • Provided physical support for patients during hygiene routines and dressing.
  • Communicated with patients to assess needs for emotional and social support.
  • Collected specimens and ensured patient comfort to maintain optimal care environment.
  • Participated in educational programs to advance nursing assistant skills.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Gale Healthcare Solutions
Tampa
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Westbury of Conyers Nursing and Rehabilitation Cen
Conyers
06.2019 - 01.2021
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Education

GED -

Hammond Hight School
Hammond, LA
03-1996

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient care and support
  • Wound management
  • Specimen collection and handling
  • Electronic health record management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Activities of daily living support
  • Emergency response and intervention

Certification

  • CN0014223112

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Clipboard Health
05.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Gale Healthcare Solutions
01.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Westbury of Conyers Nursing and Rehabilitation Cen
06.2019 - 01.2021

GED -

Hammond Hight School

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