Anna Simko
Pleasant Grove,UT
Summary
Hardworking nursing student bringing proven direct support experience developed during healthcare career. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs. Energetic Dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Extremely passionate about growing and developing my career in the healthcare setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Utah Valley Hospital
Provo, UT
01.2024 - Current
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
Clinical Experience Through Joyce University, ABSN
Joyce University
Draper, UT
04.2023 - Current
- Working 12 hour shifts in various hospital settings precepting with different nurses (1-2x/week)
- Clinical settings have included working in: Emergency Department, Psychiatric Hospital, ICU, Med-surge, OR/PACU, long term care facility, rehabilitation units, ORTHO, trauma, Maternity Unit, NICU, Neuro, etc.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Contributed to the development of nursing care plans based on assessment data and physician orders.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
Private Caregiver for C5 Spinal Injury
Private Employers
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Working as a private caregiver for a C5 spinal cord injury providing transportation to OT/PT appointments
- Working to provide and implement a specialized nutrition plan for healing and muscle growth and development
- Providing home & personal care such as catheterization, stretching, massage, exercises, and E-STIM
- Providing mobility assistance, transferring, adjusting, and assistance with ADL’s.
- Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
- Ambulated individuals around home, public and medical locations.
Personal Trainer
Alloy Personal Training Center, North Point Fitness
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Opening a small group gym & running morning small group sessions
- Maintaining technical and up to date knowledge about exercise, health and wellness
- Provided instructions in proper form, technique, and safety when performing exercises.
- Recommended modifications of exercises to help participants avoid injuries.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' current physical condition, strength, flexibility, and body composition.
- Monitored progress of clients during workouts and provided feedback and encouragement.
Certified Nutrition Coach
Profile By Sanford
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Responded promptly to client inquiries regarding nutrition advice or concerns.
- Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
- Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus for individuals with health conditions.
- Guided individuals in food selection, preparation or menu planning based upon nutritional needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of latest research and trends through extended education and professional development courses.
- Running marketing, social media, & helping with networking events.
- Monitored client progress by tracking weight, body measurements, and other health indicators.
Cardiac Rehab Therapy Intern
University of Utah Hospital
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Collects vitals before, during, and after exercise
- Conducted regular check-ins with clients to ensure they are receiving adequate care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient data including progress reports and discharge summaries.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or prognoses.
- Adjusted settings or positions of medical equipment.
- Provided patient education on lifestyle modification techniques such as diet, exercise and smoking cessation.
Education
aBSN to RN -
Joyce University
08.2024
Kinesiology B.S & Minor in Nutrition -
University of Utah
05.2021
Skills
- Clinical experience with emergency department, ICU, med-surge, OR, rehab, long term care, psych, etc
- Experience in leadership positions
- Personal caregiving
- CPR/AED/BLS certified
- Patient Education
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Professional Bedside Manner
- IV Insertion
- Catheter Care
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Time Management
- Emergency Response
- Basic Nursing Care
Certification
- NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) - Personal Training Certification, 05/2021, present
- Certified nutrition coach through EmpowerU, unknown, unknown
- BLS/CPR/AED certified through American Heart Association, 11/2022, present
Awards
- BLS/CPR/AED Provider Certification through AHA (American Heart Association)
- NASM, CNC & CPT (2022)
- Certified Nutrition Coach, EmpowerU
- Kinesiology Bachelor’s of Science Degree, Minor in Nutrition
- Captain of high school and Club water polo team. Lead practices, and coordinated team warm ups and activities.
- Coaches award. Voted by all coaches of the team, as the leading defensive and offensive player.
- Second-All team in CWPA. Voted by the Collegiate Water Polo Association.
References
- Angela Sudbury, (801)-746-9269, former manager
- Danielle Healis, (760)-504-4634, Previous manager @ Profile
Affiliations
- Nursing school BSN student
- Part time patient care technician at the hospital
- Athlete
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Utah Valley Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Private Caregiver for C5 Spinal Injury
Private Employers
09.2023 - 01.2024
Clinical Experience Through Joyce University, ABSN
Joyce University
04.2023 - Current
Personal Trainer
Alloy Personal Training Center, North Point Fitness
01.2022 - 08.2023
Certified Nutrition Coach
Profile By Sanford
04.2021 - 04.2023
Cardiac Rehab Therapy Intern
University of Utah Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2020
aBSN to RN -
Joyce University
Kinesiology B.S & Minor in Nutrition -
University of Utah