Jariah McDaniel
Murray
Summary
Motivated nursing student with strong foundational knowledge in patient care, anatomy, and clinical procedures. Being a CNA and nursing student has increased my experience in providing supportive care during clinical rotations as well as in a work setting, with a focus on patient safety, communication, and teamwork. Eager to apply my quick learning skills to developing hands-on skills in a healthcare setting independently and confidently while applying evidence-based practices. Committed to learning, growing, and being apart of high-quality nursing care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Key CNA
Shiftkey
05.2025 - Current
- Provided personalized care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Delivered compassionate care to diverse patient populations across multiple healthcare settings.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening skills and effective communication techniques that eased anxiety during transitions between facilities.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient information, ensuring compliance with facility policies and regulations.
CNA
Spring Creek Nursing and Rehab
1401 S 16th St, Murray, KY, 42071
02.2023 - 08.2025
- Assisted ADLs as well as promoting independence as much as possible
- Trained new staff in best practices for resident care and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures per the facilities policy
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing resident's needs in a timely manner.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning residents per their care plan
CNA
Henderson Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
2500 N Elm St, Henderson, KY, 42420
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted with daily living activities
- Implemented fall prevention measures by noting high-risk residents and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Monitored changes and reported them to nursing staff promptly.
- Cared for residents with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Advocated for resident needs, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Provided post mortem care in a timely manner ensure the resident's dignity remained intact.
CNA
Breckinridge Place Retirement Community
170 Sykes Blvd, Morganfield, KY, 42437
04.2022 - 08.2025
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Assisted with daily living activities including bathing, feeding, dressing, perineal care, and ROM.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information and care procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Murray State University
Murray, KY05-2026
Skills
- Learning to evaluate evidence and choose appropriate interventions using clinical judgment
- Mastering procedures and medical knowledge including, but not limited to, IV insertion, medication administration, and wound care
- Developing critical thinking skills in high-pressure situations to make informed decisions
- Monitoring vital signs and labs to notice potential changes in patient's condition
- Having the ability to recognize and respond to changes in patient needs and conditions
- Doing thorough assessments of patients in a timely manner
- Keeping physical and mental stamina to uphold the demands of the job including long shifts and consistently changing patients
- Communicating effectively with other faculty members within their treatment team on patients condition to help with treatment in and out of the hospital
- Developing the ability to take on a patient for a full shift and all that entails
Student Clinical Experience
Mercy Health Hospital - Paducah, KY - Jan 2026 - Current
Skills Learning
Baptist Health Hospital (ER observation) - Paducah,KY - November 8, 2025
Skills Observed
Baptist Health Hospital - Paducah, KY- Sep 2025 - Oct 2025
Skills Learned
- Applying knowledge of course material to effectively interpret diagnostic test as well as appropriate actions to take
- Enhancing medication knowledge commonly seen on the unit as well as those less likely to be seen
- Confidently performing a head-to-toe assessment at the beginning of the shift obtaining a baseline be able to recognize changes that may occur throughout the shift
- Preparing the patient for surgery including obtaining consent forms before any medications are administered, ensuring the patient remains NPO if necessary, double checking the allergy list with the patient as well as others on the surgical team, etc
- Assisting the surgical team by handing them instruments in a timely manner
- Assisting the surgical tech team in ensuring the ending count of medical supplies is the same as the starting count
- Providing post-operative care as well as monitoring patients through their recovery of anesthesia
- How to do a head-to-toe assessment and effectively recognize abnormalities in patient's condition
- Communicating with other team members included in the patients care to help improve patient well-being
- Understanding medications along with their adverse affects, contraindications, and patient education
- How to effectively chart in a clear an concise manner without rambling
Baptist Health Hospital (OR Observation) - Paducah, KY - April 16, 2025
Skills Observed
Henry County Hospital - Paris, Tennessee - Mar 2025 - Apr 2025
Skills Learned
Timeline
Shift Key CNA
Shiftkey
05.2025 - Current
CNA
Henderson Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2024 - 02.2025
CNA
Spring Creek Nursing and Rehab
02.2023 - 08.2025
CNA
Breckinridge Place Retirement Community
04.2022 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Murray State University