Alexis Giles-Walker
Oak Creek,WI
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding 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.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Care Technician
Southern Wisconsin Center For The Developmentally Disabled
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Conducted thorough documentation of all pertinent information related to each resident''s care, maintaining accurate records at all times.
- Maintained a safe living environment for residents by conducting regular safety checks and reporting hazards or potential risks.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans tailored to each resident''s specific needs.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices for resident care techniques and industry standards.
CNA
Marquis Companies
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Patient Care Technician
Houston Methodist
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
CNA
Confederated Tribes Of Grand Ronde
07.2022 - 09.2022
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Sheboygan Progressive Rehab
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Emergency Room Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
CNA, Float Pool
St. Charles Health System
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Relieved external units such as outpatient IV therapy, pre- and post-operatives, PACU and recovery, dialysis, labor, delivery, recovery and postpartum with skilled nursing services.
- Collaborated with other departments and medical staff to support provision of highest standard for total patient care.
- Conducted rounds with medical staff to promote improved understanding between patients, nursing staff and medical staff to support continued quality of communication and care.
CNA
Promedica Total Rehab
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
CNA
South Hills Rehabilitation Center
08.2021 - 10.2021
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Mental Health Technician
Central State Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI08.2026
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
05.2017
Skills
- Data Collection
- Medical Equipment Operations
- Patient Relations
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Transporting
- EKG Interpretation and Monitoring
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Sterile technique
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
Resident Care Technician
Southern Wisconsin Center For The Developmentally Disabled
01.2024 - Current
CNA
Marquis Companies
09.2023 - 11.2023
Patient Care Technician
Houston Methodist
03.2023 - 09.2023
CNA
Confederated Tribes Of Grand Ronde
07.2022 - 09.2022
CNA
Sheboygan Progressive Rehab
04.2022 - 06.2022
Emergency Room Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
01.2022 - 03.2022
CNA, Float Pool
St. Charles Health System
12.2021 - 01.2022
CNA
Promedica Total Rehab
10.2021 - 12.2021
CNA
South Hills Rehabilitation Center
08.2021 - 10.2021
Mental Health Technician
Central State Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
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