Ja'Kyia Grundy
Fort Wayne
Summary
Background in providing patient care within clinical environment, looking to transition into new field. Developed skills in patient communication and hands-on support. Seeking to leverage these capabilities to make meaningful impact in new professional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Parkview Regional Medical Center
Fort Wayne, IN
07.2025 - 04.2026
- assisted with patient vital signs and reported changes to the nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and hygiene.
- Supported nurses in administering medications and treatments per care plans.
- Provided nutritional support by assisting patients with meals, catering to individual dietary needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Park
Fort Wayne, IN
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Delivered high-quality care to residents in long-term care facility, ensuring safety and well-being. Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence in personal hygiene, grooming, and meal support. Maintained clean and organized environment, contributing to overall resident comfort and safety. Documented care accurately and reported changes in resident conditions to supervising staff. Provided companionship and active listening to support emotional and social needs of residents, fostering a positive living atmosphere. Responded promptly to call lights and addressed patient needs effectively. Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate. Collected specimens for testing per requests from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Hospice
Fort Wayne, IN
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care to patients in hospice settings, ensuring comfort and dignity. Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times. Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to care team to ensure timely interventions. Collaborated with nurses and other healthcare professionals to implement care plans.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs, accurately documenting changes in patient conditions for nursing staff.
- Assisted in creating individualized care plans, ensuring alignment with patient needs and comfort.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical Education
Fort Wayne, IN06-2025
Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program - undefined
Ivy Tech Community College
Fort Wayne, IN12-2017
High School Diploma -
New Haven High School
New Haven, IN06-2016
Skills
- Basic patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Palliative care knowledge
- Communication
- Dementia care expertise
- Patient monitoring
- Reporting and documentation
- Effective time management
- Nutrition support
- Memory care techniques
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Parkview Regional Medical Center
07.2025 - 04.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Park
10.2023 - 03.2025
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Hospice
05.2023 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program - undefined
Ivy Tech Community College
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical Education
High School Diploma -
New Haven High School