Annika Jacks
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
A former 5 year veterinary assistant/technician and is now a CNA and PCT in the healthcare field. Hardworking Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and vital signs. Patient and highly compassionate with a heart for taking care of individuals who are in need and also pursuing a nursing degree.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Medical City Arlington
Arlington , TX
2023.10 - Current
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair as needed.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Stayton at Museum Way
Fort Worth , TX
2023.05 - Current
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient weight, vitals, blood pressure, temperature and heart rate under licensed nurse.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, and incontinent care to promote personal hygiene.
- Answered pagers to help resident needs.
- Handed out meal trays to residents, helped prepare meals
- Cared for memory-care residents on dementia unit
Veterinary Technician
Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic
Arlington , TX
2022.02 - 2023.03
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
Veterinary Assistant
St. Francis Veterinary Clinic
Fort Worth , TX
2021.10 - 2022.03
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Documented patient information with precision to maintain records accuracy.
- Laid out surgical equipment and passed instruments and materials to veterinarian during surgical procedures.
- Monitored animals' recovering from surgery and notified veterinarians of behavioral changes.
Veterinary Assistant
Farrell Animal Hospital
Arlington , TX
2018.09 - 2021.10
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Administered vaccines to animals and delivered blood and lab results.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
Education
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Faith Forward Nurse Aide Academy
Fort Worth, TX03.2023
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
Arlington, TX06.2019
Skills
- ROM exercises
- Perineal care
- Infection control procedures
- Collecting vital signs
- Indirect care
- Bedsore Prevention
- Feeding Assistance
- General housekeeping ability
- Measuring I/O
- Urinary catheter care
- Patient Relations
- Preparing Meals
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
Certification
- Texas Health and Human Services Certified Nursing Assistant
- American Heart Association BLS/CPR/First Aide Certification
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Medical City Arlington
2023.10 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Stayton at Museum Way
2023.05 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic
2022.02 - 2023.03
Veterinary Assistant
St. Francis Veterinary Clinic
2021.10 - 2022.03
Veterinary Assistant
Farrell Animal Hospital
2018.09 - 2021.10
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Faith Forward Nurse Aide Academy
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
- Texas Health and Human Services Certified Nursing Assistant
- American Heart Association BLS/CPR/First Aide Certification
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