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Jessica Claire
  • Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
  • Home: (555) 432-1000
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Professional Summary

Proficient and caring graduate Endorsed Enrolled Nurse offering excellent communication skills and enthusiasm. Adept at addressing client needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving clients of all backgrounds.

Work History
Enrolled Nurse, 02/2021 to Current
Nye Health ServicesFremont, NE,
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Personal Care Assistant, 11/2020 to 12/2020
Mrci WorksourceFairmont, MN,
  • Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Helped clients with hygiene-related tasks such as brushing teeth, bathing, grooming and toileting.
  • Used icare to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements, including keeping spaces clean and helping with grooming.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Disability Support Worker, 06/2019 to Current
Ozy MediaSan Francisco, CA,
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by hoisting, dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting clients.
  • Reported any changes in clients health directly and promptly to team leader and Registered Nurse.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, client behaviours, seizure activity and all incidents.
  • Assisted clients with self-administered medications and administered medication to high care clients via a peg.
  • Checked medication schedules and patient needs to ensure correct medication administration.
  • Consulted with team leader to assess cases and enhance care.
  • Trained and orientated new staff members.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Offered social support by transporting individuals to events and activities, in addition to medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Kept household areas clean and well-stocked, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Adhered to all company requirements for client interactions and care standards.
  • Transported clients via wheelchair to and from daily activities.
  • Kept clients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients. Used communication aids prescribed by speech therapists.
  • Studied client's care plans and carried out required cares in compliance with Beacons policies and procedures.
  • Kept close eye on clients bowel charts and vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Provided compassionate and client-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Recorded status and duties completed online and in logbooks for management.
  • Helped clients with hygiene-related tasks such as brushing teeth, bathing, grooming and toileting.
Student Enrolled Nurse , 05/2020 to 06/2020
Nambour HospitalCity, STATE,
  • Prepared and delivered medications via oral, IV and subcutaneous injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to Registered Nurse.
  • Documented nursing services through progress notes on care compass documenting system.
  • Maintained constant communication with Registered Nurse and other members of care team.
  • Followed proper procedure for removal of catheters and IVs lines.
  • Checked and recorded vital signs of patients and reported changes in patients' behavior or conditions.
  • Administered massages with moisturising cream as needed to maintain patient skincare regimes and enhance circulation.
  • Supported nursing team in exceeding patient care goals and fostering continuous improvement.
  • Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
Student Enrolled Nurse, 10/2019 to 11/2019
Sunshine Coast University HospitalCity, STATE,
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as neurological dysfunction, diabetes and stroke.
  • Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Maintained a high standard of individualized care in 15-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Employed mobility devices and hoisting equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioural concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Successfully took on a 4 patient load, attending to all their medication and hygiene needs.
Student Enrolled Nurse, 04/2019 to 05/2019
Glenbrook Residential Aged Care FacilityCity, STATE,
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important client information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage client conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Maximized resident satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Helped residents effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Cleaned and prepared rooms between residents, to reduce the risk of infections and cross-contamination.
  • Checked client vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep registered nurses informed of changes.
  • Participated in fun activities, including bingo and forest walks with residents each week to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Secured client information and maintained client confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records.
  • Evaluated residents to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
  • Answered call lights and supported client comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding residents with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in clients' condition or environment immediately to Registered Nurse.
  • Provided direct personal patient observation, care and assistance to 12 residents per shift.
  • Employed mobility devices and hoisting equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
  • Cared for average of 12 residents per 8 hour shift, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
Graphic Designer, 01/2008 to 11/2018
Caledonian ColourCity, STATE,
  • Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and managing project milestones.
  • Developed collateral such as display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
  • Used adobe suite to create images and layouts for hundreds of projects.
  • Developed creative design for many industries, including print materials, brochures, banners, vehicle and shop signage.
  • Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
  • Developed print materials such as brochures, banners and signs.
  • Collaborated with associates to achieve the best possible result.
  • Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
  • Created aesthetically-pleasing advertisements that complemented products.
  • Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
  • Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
  • Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
  • Contributed design ideas in early planning stages with customers and project managers.
  • Developed and implemented licensed products for retail sale.
  • Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
  • Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Produced high quality finished printed materials including brochures, flyers, four-color artwork and mailers.
  • Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
  • Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Handled multiple calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns.
  • Resolved artwork problems, improved operations and provided exceptional client support.
  • Worked with commercial customers to understand needs and provide graphic design and print services.
Skills
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Enthusiastic caregiver with compassion and empathy
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Self-discipline
  • Personal and professional integrity
  • Patient Care and Management
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Computer literate
  • Typing speed 50 WPM
Education
Diploma of Nursing: , Expected in 06/2020 to TAFE Queensland - Sunshine Coast University Hospital,
GPA:
Certificate III in Printing: Digital Printing, Expected in 2018 to MEGT Maroochydore - Maroochydore, QLD
GPA:
Senior Secondary Certificate of Education: , Expected in 2003 to Mackay North State High School - North Mackay, QLD
GPA:
Additional Information

2020 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HLTAID001)

2020 - Provide first aid (HLTAID003)

Current federal police check

Current Blue Card

Positive exemption notice card

Up to date Vaccinations

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • TAFE Queensland
  • MEGT Maroochydore
  • Mackay North State High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Enrolled Nurse
  • Personal Care Assistant
  • Disability Support Worker
  • Student Enrolled Nurse
  • Student Enrolled Nurse
  • Student Enrolled Nurse
  • Graphic Designer

Degrees

  • Diploma of Nursing
  • Certificate III in Printing
  • Senior Secondary Certificate of Education

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