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NURSING ASSISTANT/UNIT SECRETARY
Professional Summary

Proficient and caring Nursing team member offering over 8 years of 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-focused care
  • Computer literate
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Patient Relations
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Patient Care
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Patient Bathing
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medical Records Management
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Observing responses
  • Measuring bodily fluids
  • Conducting intakes
  • Inpatient care
  • Transporting patients
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Patient data confidentiality
  • Nursing Station Operations
  • Organization and Time management
  • Teamwork
  • Reading comprehension
  • Computer skills
  • Responsible
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Teambuilding
  • Cultural awareness
  • Compassion
  • Critical thinking
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Good listening skills
  • Interpersonal Communication
Work History
04/2016 to CurrentNursing Assistant/Unit SecretaryWellspan Health | Gettysburg, PA
  • 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.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • 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.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to primary nurse.
  • Transported patients to treatment units and operating rooms by using wheelchairs, stretchers or moveable beds.
  • 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 to stay on top of symptoms and keep primary nurse informed of changes.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to immediate superior to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email.
  • Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
  • Observed and evaluated cardiac activity and reported changes to medical staff.
  • Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity.
  • Demonstrated in-depth understanding of telemetry equipment functions.
  • Monitored and documented heart rhythms according to physicians' orders.
02/2014 to 04/2016HomemakerColumbia Cottage Assisted Living |Hanover, PA
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient 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.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • 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.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Licensed Practical Nurse on duty.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • 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.
08/2011 to 01/2014Server Texas Roadhouse | Hanover, PA
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Asked diners about meals to assess satisfaction and collect vital feedback to improve operations.
  • Greeted incoming guests and managed accurate seating based on customer desires and server loads.
  • Completed efficient table resets by wiping down surfaces and refilling condiments.
  • Conferred with cooks to produce accurate orders, verifying accuracy prior to delivery.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
  • Collaborated with bar staff to complete alcoholic beverage orders for guests in all dining areas.
  • Promoted efficiency by removing empty dishes, glassware and silverware to shorten bussing times.
  • Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages.
  • Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Education
06/2012High School DiplomaBiglerville High School, Biglerville, PA
Expected in 05/2021Associate of Science | NursingWilson College, Chambersburg, PA
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Wellspan Health
  • Columbia Cottage Assisted Living
  • Texas Roadhouse

School Attended

  • Biglerville High School
  • Wilson College

Job Titles Held:

  • Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary
  • Homemaker
  • Server

Degrees

  • 06/2012 High School Diploma
    Expected in 05/2021 Associate of Science | Nursing

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