Sonja Walden
Colonial Beach
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Kingdom Healthcare Services LLC
05.2026 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in health status to healthcare professionals.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and social activities to maintain client engagement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of care provided and client progress in compliance with regulations.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance quality of life and promote independence.
- Provided compassionate personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing support.
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Staffing Solutions
02.2022 - 05.2026
- Provided compassionate patient care in various healthcare settings, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity for patients.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to medical professionals promptly.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, adhering to regulatory standards.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stafford Hospital
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to maintain accurate patient records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Developed individualized care plans in partnership with patients and healthcare providers.
- Advocated for patients' needs, addressing concerns promptly and effectively within team discussions.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in daily routines.
- Trained new employees on best practices for patient handling and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved health standards within facility.
- Led initiatives to improve workflow efficiency, resulting in enhanced responsiveness to patient needs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Home Health Aide
Private Home & Personal Care
05.2010 - 08.2020
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with family members and healthcare providers.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
Home Health Aide
Private Home & Personal Care
11.2007 - 06.2018
- Provided compassionate personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing support.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance quality of life and promote independence.
- Implemented effective communication strategies to ensure client needs were met promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Education
GED - General
Newport Independent School
Newport, KY06-2004
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Patient advocacy
- Client safety
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Documentation
- Progress documentation
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Kingdom Healthcare Services LLC
05.2026 - Current
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Staffing Solutions
02.2022 - 05.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stafford Hospital
02.2021 - 02.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2020 - 02.2021
Home Health Aide
Private Home & Personal Care
05.2010 - 08.2020
Home Health Aide
Private Home & Personal Care
11.2007 - 06.2018
GED - General
Newport Independent School