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.
Skills
Patient Relations
Recording Vital Signs
Observing Responses
Measuring Bodily Fluids
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Documenting Behaviors
Conducting Intakes
Companionship and Emotional Support
Patient Assessments
Efficient and reliable team player
Inpatient care
Direct Patient Care
Compassionate caregiver
Work History
12/2021 to Current
Medical Assistant/PhlebotomistOak Street Health Inc. – Far Rockaway, NY,
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
Monitored patients' response to dialysis therapy and reported any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
08/2021 to Current
Nursing Care PartnerChildren's Hospital Of The King's Daughters – Hampton, VA,
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Corresponded with appropriate doctors to report any changes occurring in patients' health.
Prepared and maintained records of patient progress and services performed to report changes in patient condition.
02/2020 to 09/2022
Lead TeacherPacific Clinics – Glendale, CA,
Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
08/2019 to 03/2021
Certified Nursing AssistantCaromont Health – Dallas, NC,
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet all needs.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 48-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
08/2020 to 02/2021
Direct Support ProfessionalMary T Inc. – Golden Valley, MN,
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updaed.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Assisted patients adjusting to hospital procedures using highly structured settings.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted any significant changes.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books.
Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
06/2019 to 08/2020
Certified Nursing AssistantCaromont Health – Kings Mountain, NC,
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
Expected in 05/2023
Associate of Science: Nursing Tidewater Community College - Norfolk, VA GPA:
Expected in 06/2019
High School Diploma: Great Bridge High School - Chesapeake, VA GPA:
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