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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.
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Work History
04/2016 to CurrentNursing Assistant/Unit SecretaryBayhealth | Milford , DE
- 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 04/2016HomemakerInterim Home Healthcare Company | Elizabethtown , IN
- 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 Lifestyle Communities, Ltd. | Charleston , SC
- 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, City, State
Expected in 05/2021Associate of Science | NursingWilson College, City, State
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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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