Carly Whittaker
Greeley
Summary
Caring healthcare professional with a passion for helping others and improving patient well-being. Experienced in providing compassionate care, building positive relationships with patients and families, and supporting healthcare teams in fast-paced environments. Committed to delivering excellent service with empathy, respect, and professionalism.
Compassionate and dedicated advocate committed to supporting survivors of domestic violence through crisis intervention, emotional support, and resource coordination. Skilled in active listening, victim advocacy, conflict resolution, and connecting individuals with community services. Passionate about empowering survivors, promoting safety, and fostering positive change through education, awareness, and trama-informed care. Recognized for strong communication skills, empathy, professionalism, and the ability to build trust with diverse populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
BrightStar Care
Greeley, CO
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with standards.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and operational procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greeley Village
Greeley, CO
06.2021 - 2023
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in caregiving tasks.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate care environment.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
A Womans Place
Greeley, CO
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention to victims of domestic violence.
- Assisted clients in navigating legal resources and protective orders.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and social services for comprehensive victim support.
- Developed personalized safety plans to empower clients in crisis situations.
- Facilitated support groups, fostering community connections among survivors.
- Conducted intake assessments to identify client needs and service referrals.
- Educated community members on domestic violence issues and available resources.
- Built strong relationships with local shelters, increasing the availability of safe housing options for clients in need.
- Provided crisis intervention services, reducing trauma symptoms among victims in immediate need.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairacres Manor
Greeley, CO
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Bachelors of Human Services - Human Services
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05-2021
Associate of Science -
Northeastern Junior College
Sterling, CO05-2018
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Problem Solving
- Attention to detail
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology
Accomplishments
Advocacy & Client Support
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources, housing assistance, legal services, and counseling
- Helped develop personalized safety plans for survivors.
Leadership & Volunteer Experience
- collaborated with community organizations to expand to survivor resources.
- Demonstrated strong leadership by advocating for vulnerable populations.
Clinical skills
- obtained and accurately recorded vital signs.
- Maintained accurate patient documentation and records.
- Followed infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
BrightStar Care
05.2024 - Current
Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
A Womans Place
05.2022 - 08.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greeley Village
06.2021 - 2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairacres Manor
09.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelors of Human Services - Human Services
University of Northern Colorado
Associate of Science -
Northeastern Junior College
Employee of the month (twice)
I was honored to be recognized as employee of the month because of my dedication to providing compassionate patient care, maintaining a positive attitude, and consistently supporting both residents and my coworkers. I take pride in being dependable, paying attention to residents' needs, and helping create a safe and comfortable environment. Receiving this recognition reinforced the importance of teamwork, strong communication, and always going the extra mile for those in my care.