Alise Thomas
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
Work History
MHT/CNA
Eastern State Hospital (Contract)
08.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
CCMA- Student Externship
Occupational Medicine
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
CNA
Airway Heights Corrections Center (Contract)
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
CNA, Float Pool (Contract)
Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children's Hospital
03.2021 - 04.2022
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
Certification - Medical Assisting
Carrington College- Spokane
Spokane Valley, WA08.2023
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Compassionate Communication
- Patient Relations
- Patient Lifting
Timeline
MHT/CNA
Eastern State Hospital (Contract)
08.2023 - Current
CCMA- Student Externship
Occupational Medicine
05.2023 - 07.2023
CNA
Airway Heights Corrections Center (Contract)
04.2022 - 04.2023
CNA, Float Pool (Contract)
Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children's Hospital
03.2021 - 04.2022
Certification - Medical Assisting
Carrington College- Spokane