Hi, I’m
ALISHA EDELGLASS
Certified Nurse Assistant
Anna,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable Certified Nurses Assistant/ PCT/ Phlebotomist with solid foundation in patient care and support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and enhance patient comfort. Demonstrated efficiency in managing patient records and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Overview
25
years of professional experience
3
Certification
1
BLS
1
New Mexico CNA
1
Texas CNA
1
Child and Elderly Abuse
Work History
Allshifts Healthcare LLC
Certified Nursing Assistant/PCT/Phlebotomist
03.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Ensured patient dignity through meticulous personal care routines
- Contributed to better health outcomes through aid in everyday duties
- Recorded and maintained critical health metrics
- Achieved seamless processing through meticulous specimen labeling and tracking
- Performed blood sample centrifugation adhering to standard clinical procedures
- Refined procedures to ensure successful venipuncture outcomes across different patient demographics
- Handled specimen packaging and delivery on a regular basis
- Liaised with healthcare teams for smooth updates on patient requirements
- Provided emotional support and ensured readiness of equipment for seamless procedure execution
- Guided patients in understanding and implementing effective self-care routines
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health
- Involved in meetings with hospital and clinic staff to address patient care
- Supported needs of 9+ residents under long-term care
Maxim Healthcare
Patient Care Technician/ Certified Nursing Assistant
02.2020 - 02.2022
Care Plus Hospice
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
01.2017 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Delivered compassionate care to terminal patients, prioritizing their dignity
- Maintained proper hygiene practices to avoid complications
- Supported patient autonomy by assisting with personal care tasks
- Ensured inclusive and respectful care delivery tailored to individual beliefs
- Ensured precise documentation of patient encounters in EHR for seamless healthcare team collaboration
- Provided emotional, psychological and spiritual care for enhanced patient well-being
- Customized care routines to align with patient preferences during end-of-life stages
- Demonstrated flexibility in scheduling availability by working evenings, weekends, holidays as needed to accommodate changing staffing requirements at various hospice facilities within the region
- Provided empathetic support to families during bereavement
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care
- Supported needs of 7+ residents under long-term care
Mayhill Behavioral Health Hospital
Mental Health Technician
04.2013 - 11.2016
Job overview
- Recorded outcomes of scheduled evaluations for patient security
- Promoted patient well-being through support with ADLs, meals, and transitions
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies to address emotional distress and aggressive behavior for 10+ residents
- Employed conflict resolution methods to encourage patient engagement
- Reported abnormal behavioral patterns in patients to RN promptly
Denton Independent School District
Autism Paraprofessional
05.2012 - 02.2014
Job overview
- Trained in crisis prevention and intervention techniques, effectively de-escalating challenging situations when necessary
- Managed 2+ children with staying within care plan schedule
- Coordinated efforts with teachers to modify curriculum materials according to individual learning needs of autistic students
- Contributed valuable input during IEP meetings, advocating for the needs of each student while collaborating with parents and educators
- Enhanced student communication skills by implementing individualized speech therapy techniques
- Assisted with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips
- Provided one-on-one support for students with autism, ensuring their academic and social success within the school setting
- Collected data on student progress, adapting intervention strategies as needed to optimize outcomes
Education
Windsor Career InstituteSouthlake, TX
12.2014
University Overview
- JavaScript
- Python
- Java
- HTML/CSS
- SQL
El Centro CollegeDallas, TX
Certificate from Certified Nursing Assistant
11.2000
University Overview
Extracurricular Activities: I volunteered at LTC's, Hospitals, and Assisted Living Centers for more insight and knowledge
Suffolk County Community CollegeRiverhead, NY
Associate Of Applied Arts from Liberal Arts And Sciences
08.1997
University Overview
- National Certification Of Phlebotomy: Phlebotomist
- Professional Development: Relevant Coursework: URINE COLLECTION FOR DRUG TESTING & OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENINGS
- Extracurricular Activities: WORKED WITH (COVER-TEK) during the during my duration of earning my certification.. cover-tek contracted with companies during flu season and we performed the flu vaccine to company employees.
Skills
- JavaScript
- Python
- Java
- HTML/CSS
- SQL
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Complex Problem-solving
- Clinical documentation
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Specimen handling
- Butterfly needle technique
- HIPAA
- Capillary puncture
- Blood culture collection
- Infection control
- Recording data
- Paperwork processing
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Suicide prevention
- Substance abuse awareness
- Strategic planning
- Assertiveness
- Contract management
- Computer skills
- Anatomy and physiology
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Phlebotomist (certification not required)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) (AHA)
- Dementia Care
- Child and adult abuse
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/PCT/Phlebotomist
Allshifts Healthcare LLC
03.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician/ Certified Nursing Assistant
Maxim Healthcare
02.2020 - 02.2022
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Care Plus Hospice
01.2017 - 02.2020
Mental Health Technician
Mayhill Behavioral Health Hospital
04.2013 - 11.2016
Autism Paraprofessional
Denton Independent School District
05.2012 - 02.2014
Windsor Career Institute
El Centro College
Certificate from Certified Nursing Assistant
Suffolk County Community College
Associate Of Applied Arts from Liberal Arts And Sciences
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