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Jennifer
Thilus
Professional Summary

Energetic Nurse Assistant with 2 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations. I offer superior skills in patient needs assessment and healthcare team collaboration. Passionate multi-tasker dedicated to supporting team objectives to facilitate top-quality care. Well-versed inmonitoring and noting vital signs, cleaning and sanitizing patient areas and assisting with personal hygiene tasks such as toileting and grooming. Compassionate professional certified in EKG Technician .

Skills
  • Computer literate
  • Patient-focused care
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Patient Relations
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Patient Care
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Patient Bathing
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Measuring bodily fluids
  • Observing responses
  • Transporting patients
  • Supporting personal needs
Education
Lake Region High SchoolEagle Lake, FL05/2018High School Diploma
Polk State CollegeWinter Haven, FLNursing
Keiser UniversityFort Lauderdale, FLExpected in 05/2022Bachelor of Science: Nursing
Certifications
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • EKG Technician License
Work History
Lakeland Regional Medical Center- Nursing Assistant
Winter Haven, FL02/2019 - 12/2020
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
  • Participated in all fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom.
  • Cared for all patients delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
  • Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Administered medications or treatments such as catheterizations, suppositories, enemas and douches, as directed by nurse or physician.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Nurses informed of changes.
  • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to the Nurse.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or blood in urine.
Belk- Retail Sales Associate
Winter Haven, FL10/2018 - 01/2019
  • Provided accurate information about promotions, customer programs and products, helping drive high customer retention.
  • Supported efficient and timely replenishment of sales floor merchandise.
  • Supported loss prevention goals by maintaining accurate drawers and monitoring shopper behavior.
  • Pursued resolutions to achieve complete customer satisfaction, including tracking down hard-to-find merchandise at diverse locations.
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
  • Completed setup, breakdown and product preparation for promotional displays and in-store demonstrations.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
Winn Dixie- Cashier
Auburndale, FL06/2017 - 07/2018
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
  • Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and cash drawer.
  • Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age and refusing alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.
  • Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
  • Requested official identification for Alcohol and Tobacco purchases and verified details, consistently meeting strict legal standards of underage sales.
  • Counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift.
  • Arranged paper and electronic payment records to maintain well-organized fill systems and recordkeeping compliance.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Checked bills with counterfeit pens and examined coins to spot and refuse foreign currency.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Met and exceeded upsell goals by highlighting target merchandise with strategic promotional approaches.
  • Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center
  • Belk
  • Winn Dixie

School Attended

  • Lake Region High School
  • Polk State College
  • Keiser University

Job Titles Held:

  • Nursing Assistant
  • Retail Sales Associate
  • Cashier

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Nursing
    Bachelor of Science : Nursing

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