Christine Holter
Custer,SD
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate CNA with over 20 years of hands-on experience in long-term care, acute care, emergency support, and developmental disability group homes. Skilled in delivering high quality ADL's, VS monitoring, specialized diets, (including enteral feeding), and emotional support while adapting quickly to new procedures and equipment. Experienced in pediatric cases through ER and Med/Surg support, with transferable expertise from caring fro individuals with developmental disabilities and feeding tubes. Past staff trainor, including LUCAS device instruction, and recipient of multiple STAR awards. Fast learner eager for new challenges in a larger hospital setting, particularly pediatrics, to gain specialized experience and explore career growth. Highly flexible with day, night and mid-shift availability. Seeking PRN Pediatric CNA position at Monument Health Rapid CIty to contribute reliability and enthusiasm to the team!
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Monument Health Custer Hospital
Custer, SD
08.2020 - Current
- Provide comprehensive patient care on Med/Surg unit and frequently support adjacent Emergency Department during high-volume or critical periods, including pediatric cases.
- Know many procedural setups in the Emergency Department, ex. intubations, conscious sedation, wound cleaning and suturing, splints, foley, IV set up.
- Monitor VS, track meal/fluid intake, assist with hygiene, grooming, dressing, toileting, ambulation and thoroughly charting cares.
- Maintain room cleanliness and stock supplies, including PPE carts, linens and unit equipment.
- *Ensure fall precautions are in place and maintain a clutter free environment
- * Report patient changes to nurses and work together as a team
- *Trained and mentored new CNAs through hands-on guidance and structured a 3 day classroom hands on learning for skills
- *Trained new employees on the Lucas mechanical CPR device
- *Assist with paperwork with transferring of patients to different care facilities in emergency situations.
CNA
Monument Health Senior Care
Custer, SD
07.2015 - 08.2020
- Delivered full resident care on day, evening and night shifts, including bathing, oral cares, dressing, grooming, toileting, meal assistance, and ambulation.
- Encouraged social/recreational engagement and accompanied residents to activities to promote emotional wellbeing
- Built strong relationships with residents and families through patient centered support
- Assisted with meals, hydration, and hygiene while maintaining a positive and enjoyable and caring environment
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately for healthcare team reviews for better accurate resident cares.
Direct Support Professional
HSI
Luverne, MN
01.2002 - 01.2015
- Managed all activities of daily living, for individuals(6) with developmental and physical disabilities on day and night shift, including those with feeding tubes.
- Prepared meals(including pureed meals and thickened liquids) administered medications and assisted with personal hygiene.
- Performed household cleaning, laundry, and shopping and financial services
- Facilitated community outings, social actives and appointments to enhance quality of life. Brought on vacation out to the Black Hills!
- Documented behaviors, progress and health changes for team reviews
- Encouraged as much independence as possible
- Implemented behavior management strategies that improved client engagement and reduced incidents of challenging behavior.
Education
No Degree -
Pipestone High School
Pipestone, MNSkills
- ADL's-bathing, feeding, toileting, transferring, ambulating
- VS and Intake/Output tracking and all charting
- Communication with my Team
- Patient and family communication and emotional support
- Emergency Department and critical care assistance
- Knowledgeable of supplies and stocking areas
- Highly flexible with scheduling (days or nights)
- Quick learner and eager to master new skills and procedures!
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS (AHA)
Timeline
CNA
Monument Health Custer Hospital
08.2020 - Current
CNA
Monument Health Senior Care
07.2015 - 08.2020
Direct Support Professional
HSI
01.2002 - 01.2015
No Degree -
Pipestone High School