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MEGAN DEFREESE

Sappington,MISSOURI

Summary

To go above and beyond to ensure patients have a postive hospital experience by providing compassionate and professional care at all times. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician General Surgery

Mercy South Hospital
St. Louis, MO
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • 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.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
  • Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
  • Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
  • Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
  • Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living And Memory Care
Des Peres, MO
08.2021 - Current
  • Cared for residents in a memory care unit and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Patient Care Technician/ Orthopedic Surgery/Telemetry Technician

St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital
Des Peres, MO
02.2020 - 04.2021
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
  • Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
  • Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
  • Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
  • Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
  • Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
  • Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
  • Provided transportation services for post op orthopedic surgery patients in hospital environment using appropriate equipment.

Patient Care Technical Medical Surgical

Barnes St. Peters Hospital
St. Peters, , MO
05.2019 - 02.2020
  • Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
  • Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
  • Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
  • Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mount Carmel Senior Living
St. Charles, MO
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Rehabilitation Aide

SSM Rehabilitation Hospital
Bridgeton, MO
03.2016 - 10.2018
  • Assisted patients who have suffered from stroke and or brain injury with activities of daily living
  • Assisted patients during ambulation to prevent injuries.
  • Transported patients to and from treatment areas using wheelchairs and assistive devices.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Windsor Estates of St Charles
St. Charles, MO
09.2015 - 03.2016
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Sophia Health and Rehabilitation Center
Florisant, MO
12.2014 - 01.2015
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

CNA Certification -

St Charles Community College
City Of Dardenne Prairie , MO
11.2014

High School Diploma -

Belleville West High School
Belleville, IL
05.2005

Skills

  • Fluid Measurement
  • Surgical Preparation
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Linen Replacements
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Willingness to Learn
  • CNA Certification
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Catheter Care
  • Biological Specimen Handling
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Medical Terminology
  • Attention to Detail
  • Care Monitoring
  • Phlebotomy Training
  • Patient Positioning
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Injury Prevention
  • Time Management

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living And Memory Care
08.2021 - Current

Patient Care Technician General Surgery

Mercy South Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2021

Patient Care Technician/ Orthopedic Surgery/Telemetry Technician

St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2021

Patient Care Technical Medical Surgical

Barnes St. Peters Hospital
05.2019 - 02.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mount Carmel Senior Living
10.2018 - 05.2019

Rehabilitation Aide

SSM Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2016 - 10.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Windsor Estates of St Charles
09.2015 - 03.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Sophia Health and Rehabilitation Center
12.2014 - 01.2015

CNA Certification -

St Charles Community College

High School Diploma -

Belleville West High School

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