KAQISO BALDWIN
Washington
Summary
Dedicated CNA with a strong background in patient care and monitoring. Skilled in providing mobility assistance and patient positioning. Demonstrated professionalism and cultural awareness in delivering bedside care. Proficient in documenting vitals and supporting nursing staff. Strong aptitude for patient transport and personal care support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cna
ShiftMed
05.2023 - Current
- PRN in facilities needing assistance with call offs. Assisting patient with ADLs.
Cna
Career Unlimited
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity
CNA
Gale Healthcare
02.2017 - 11.2023
- 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
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Patient Care Technician
Northeast Georgia Hospital
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
Behavioral Health Technician
Largo Behavioral Health
11.2015 - 06.2020
- Provided crisis intervention when needed to de-escalate situations involving agitated or violent patients.
- Encouraged positive behaviors among clients through role modeling appropriate behavior management techniques during interactions with them.
- Monitored patients' physical and emotional well-being and reported unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pittsburgh Carrick High School
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Personal Care Support
- Bathing and Dressing
- Mobility Assistance Aptitude
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Patient Transporting
- Nursing Staff Support
- Vitals Documentation
- Cultural Awareness
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Care and Monitoring
Certification
CNA/BLS CPR
Timeline
Cna
Career Unlimited
11.2023 - 09.2024
Cna
ShiftMed
05.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Northeast Georgia Hospital
08.2022 - 06.2023
CNA
Gale Healthcare
02.2017 - 11.2023
Behavioral Health Technician
Largo Behavioral Health
11.2015 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Pittsburgh Carrick High School
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