Proficient and caring Nursing team member offering over two 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
First aid and safety
Enthusiasm
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Companionship and emotional support
Patient-focused care
Information collection
Ostomy site care
Critical Thinking
Medication administration
Clinical judgment
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Charting and clinical documentation
Time management
Maintain closed wound drainage system
Organizational Skills
Hospice and palliative care
Culturally-competent care
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Venipuncture
Administer tube feeding, preventing aspiration
Teamwork
Leadership
Professional bedside manner
Positive behavior modeling
Infection control and aseptic procedures
Supporting personal needs
Tracheostomy care
Patient education
Work History
Shift Supervisor/Server , 10/2017 to Current Nursecore – Fort Worth, TX,
Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices
Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas
Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals
Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages
Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions such as trivia nights to bring in new customers
Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean
Home Health Aide, 12/2016 to 10/2017 Memorial Hermann – Houston, TX,
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress
Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops
Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness
Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
Traveled to clients' homes to provide healthcare services and promote continuity of care
Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheel-chairs by providing consistent support
Provided patients with assistance in completing such tasks as transportation to appointments and household repairs, effectively reducing daily burden on family members
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients, consulting with Registered Nurse to address concerns and protect each person from any harm
Patient Care Technician, 04/2015 to 12/2016 St. Mary's Health Care System – City, STATE,
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Registered Nurse
Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve phlebotomy
Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational and safety criteria
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels
Education
Certificate : Practical Nursing, Expected in 01/2020 ECPI University - Richmond, VA, GPA:
Member of Partnership Excellence Group
Dean's List Fall, Spring, and Summer Semester of 2019
Awarded ”Dependable,” and “Hardworking,” student badges
Graduating with 3.87 GPA
Certificate : Nurse Aid , Expected in 04/2016 Virginia School For Nurse Aides - Richmond, VA, GPA:
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/2012 Hanover High School - Mechanicsville, VA GPA:
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