Adalissa Reis
Denison
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse and current RN student with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accura Healthcare
Carroll, IA
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on medication management and health maintenance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Accura Healthcare
Carroll, IA
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Supported nursing staff by preparing equipment and materials for medical procedures.
- Trained new staff on best practices and company policies to ensure quality care delivery.
- Advocated for patients' needs
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
GrapeTree Medical Staffing
Milford, IA
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and well-being.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in compliance with infection control protocols.
- Advocated for patients' needs
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA05-2026
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Head-to-Toe assessments
- Clinical judgment
- Healthcare software proficiency
- EKG administration
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Active
- Associates Degree in Nursing - (Expected Graduation date May 8th, 2026)
- Certified Nursing Assistant- Active
- BLS - Active
- HIPPA training
- Child Maltreatment Reporter Training Certificate
- Adult Maltreatment Reporter Training Certificate
- Bloodborne Pathogen Training
Clinical Experience
Student Nurse-Clinical Rotations
- 132+ hours in St. Anthony's Emergency Department (Preceptorship)
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team
- Assisted and provided care with IV insertion, EKGs, wound care, etc
- Prioritized care for multiple patients with acute and chronic conditions
- Monitored patient status and lab values and reported changes to RN/preceptor
- Provided patient care in fast-paced environment, assisted with triage, vital signs, and patient monitoring
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accura Healthcare
06.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Accura Healthcare
07.2024 - 06.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
GrapeTree Medical Staffing
08.2021 - 07.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College