Christy Priest
Bryant
Summary
Empathetic healthcare professional known for delivering compassionate care and maintaining confidentiality. Experienced in collaborating with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans. Prepared to support patient needs and foster a positive healing environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Southern Trace Rehab
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Supported mobility by assisting patients with transfers and ambulation.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in medical records system.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Adhered to infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Human Resources Manager
Southern Trace Rehabilitation and Care Center
02.2022 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented employee onboarding programs to enhance new hire integration.
- Facilitated training sessions to improve staff knowledge on HR policies and procedures.
- Managed employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies.
- Streamlined recruitment processes by utilizing applicant tracking systems effectively.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support employee development.
- Collaborated with department heads to align staffing needs with organizational goals and objectives.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
CNA
Southern Trace Rehabilitation and Care Center
01.2013 - 02.2022
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and routine medical procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes accurately to inform healthcare team decisions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Mentored new CNAs in best practices for patient care and safety standards, fostering team development.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bauxite High School
Bauxite, ARSkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Complex Problem-solving
- Clinical documentation
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Patient advocacy
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 110 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Southern Trace Rehab
08.2025 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Southern Trace Rehabilitation and Care Center
02.2022 - 08.2025
CNA
Southern Trace Rehabilitation and Care Center
01.2013 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Bauxite High School