Alyssa Saxby
1632 W. Laurel St.,IL
Summary
Driven Certified Nurses Assistant, Monitor Technician & Phlebotomist from FHN Memorial Hospital, I excel in patient care and ECG interpretation, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail. Achieved significant improvements in patient monitoring outcomes by staying updated on cardiac arrhythmias, demonstrating a blend of empathy and technical proficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/PCT/MT
FHN Memorial Hospital
09.2013 - Current
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Maintained updated knowledge on cardiac arrhythmias, contributing to better patient care and monitoring outcomes.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while performing ECG tracings, leading to the identification of critical cardiac abnormalities and timely intervention.
Education
Associate of Science - General
Highland Community College
Freeport, IL12.2006
High School Diploma -
Forreston High School
Forreston, IL05.2003
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- ECG Technician (NCET)
- ECG Interpretation
- Order of draw
- Venipuncture
- Specimen handling
- Butterfly needle technique
- Blood collection techniques
- Blood culture collection
Accomplishments
I worked with FHN on the Telemetry Unit to learn how to become a Monitor Technician, as well as a Phlebotomist.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
CNA/PCT/MT
FHN Memorial Hospital
09.2013 - Current
Associate of Science - General
Highland Community College
High School Diploma -
Forreston High School
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
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