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Alisha Chandler

Chicago,IL

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in hospital environments, specializing in technical nursing treatments and patient record management. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure situations as a Certified Emergency Room Technician, ensuring optimal patient care and safety. Strong skills in emergency medical procedures, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to improving healthcare quality through effective communication and critical thinking.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Room Technician

Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, Illinois
07.2023 - Current
  • Assisted physicians with patient assessments and emergency procedures to ensure timely care.

Monitored vital signs during emergencies, prioritizing patient safety and stability.

  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for compliance and continuity.
  • Executed appropriate interventions in response to emergency situations, enhancing outcomes.

CNA, Med Surg ; Labor and Delivery, and Pediatric

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial
Harvey, IL
09.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Clinicals

Chicago Ridge Nursing Home
Chicago, IL
08.2021 - 08.2021
  • Monitored patient intake to support achievement of nutritional objectives.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, communal areas, and nurse stations.
  • Provided assistance with call lights to enhance patient comfort and safety.
  • Adjusted bed rails and equipment to ensure optimal safety for patients.

Dental Assistant/ Office Assistant

TCA Health
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - 05.2021
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.

Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Lurie Children's Hospital
Chicago, IL
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Completed tooth impressions to support creation of accurate dental work to correct problems such as missing teeth.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Performed general chair-side duties to assist with various procedures, including general, endo, and oral surgery.

Dental Assistant

Lawndale Christian Health Center Dental
Chicago, IL
12.2017 - 12.2019
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments between patients to protect from infection risks.
  • Completed tooth impressions to support creation of accurate dental work to correct problems such as missing teeth.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules by mentioning risks during pregnancy, and applying lead aprons.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.

Education

BSN - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Tinley Park, IL
11-2026

High School Diploma -

Sarah E Goode STEM Academy
06-2016

Associate of Science - Certificated Dental Assistant

Kishwaukee College
Malta, IL

Skills

  • Speaking
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Strong conflict resolution skills
  • Website Creation 2015
  • Active Listening
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Dental staff assistance
  • Dental radiography
  • Detail-oriented
  • Data confidentiality measures
  • Strong communication skills
  • Oral surgery
  • Epic
  • Clinical assessment
  • Operating room preparation
  • Team collaboration
  • Emergency procedures
  • EKG interpretation
  • Pediatric care

Certification

  • Registered Dental Assistant in State of IL.
  • CPR certified.
  • Certified Teacher Assistant.
  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Accomplishments

  • A/B Honor Roll, 2012-2016
  • Perfect Attendance,2009-2016
  • Superstar Innovation Award,2012
  • Leadership Award,2012
  • Outstanding Achievement in Customer Satisfaction, 2015
  • Dean's List Malcom X College

Timeline

Emergency Room Technician

Advocate Christ Medical Center
07.2023 - Current

CNA, Med Surg ; Labor and Delivery, and Pediatric

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial
09.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant/Clinicals

Chicago Ridge Nursing Home
08.2021 - 08.2021

Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Lurie Children's Hospital
09.2020 - 03.2021

Dental Assistant/ Office Assistant

TCA Health
01.2020 - 05.2021

Dental Assistant

Lawndale Christian Health Center Dental
12.2017 - 12.2019

BSN - Nursing

Chamberlain University

High School Diploma -

Sarah E Goode STEM Academy

Associate of Science - Certificated Dental Assistant

Kishwaukee College
Alisha Chandler
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