Alexis Ellefson
Summary
Proven leader and reliable team player, excelled at Sanford Health / Essentia Health by enhancing patient comfort and efficiency in a high-stakes Cardiac Cath Lab and Medical Surgical environment. Demonstrated exceptional patient care and compassion, alongside adeptness in basic life support and emergency responses, significantly contributing to positive patient outcomes and team success. Achieved not one but two helping hand nominations through Essentia health May of 2023.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Catheterization Lab - CNA
Sanford Health
01.2024 - Current
- Helped nurses and leaders make their day go easier by gathering supplies for procedures, cleaning up after cases and making sure the patient was comfortable etc.
- Scrubbed into cases and helped prep and get the patients ready for a smoothe and efficient case.
- Handled blood products and brought it to the laboratory if needed ASAP for the nurses and or doctors.
- Made sure the blanket warmers were always stocked and ready to keep our patients warm because we work in a sterile (refrigerator/freezer) environment!
Medical Surgical - CNA
Essentia Health
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Moorhead High School
Moorhead, MN05.2023
Skills
- Patient Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Basic Life Support
- Responding to emergencies
- Reliable team player
- Leadership
- Time management
Accomplishments
Essentia Health "Helping Hand Award" nominee x 2 - May of 2023
Certification
CNA - Certified October 2nd, 2022
BLS - Certified July of 2022 renewed January of 2024
Timeline
Cardiac Catheterization Lab - CNA
Sanford Health
01.2024 - Current
Medical Surgical - CNA
Essentia Health
09.2022 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Moorhead High School