Antinasia Austin

• Supported patient hygiene, comfort, and mobility in cardiac, ICU, and acute care units.
• Collected vital signs, assisted with ADLs, and documented patient status.
• Collaborated with nurses and interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and quality care.
• Maintained patient stability by recording intake/output and checking blood sugar levels.
• Assisted nursing staff with daily activities, enhancing workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction.
• Trained new nursing assistants on best practices and hospital protocols, promoting a collaborative environment.
• Advocated for patients' rights and needs within the healthcare system, ensuring quality care delivery.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

• Provided direct patient care under RN and instructor supervision in hospital and long-term care settings.
• Performed vital signs, medication administration, and patient education.
• Participated in care planning, assessments, and documentation using clinical documentation systems.
• Supported pediatric and maternal patients through observation, feeding, and comfort measures.
• Applied therapeutic communication skills during mental health clinical rotations.
• Clinical Rotations:
• Medical-Surgical Nursing — 200 hours
• Critical Care (ICU/ER/HROB/NICU) — 96 hours
• Long-Term Care — 48 hours
• Mental Health — 40 hours
• Pediatrics — 24 hours
• Obstetrics — 36 hours

• Practicum ( Cardiac / Telemetry) (upcoming) 180 hours

• Assisted surgeons during general, vascular, orthopedic, and ophthalmologic procedures.
• Prepared and maintained sterile fields, equipment, and surgical instruments.
• Anticipated surgeon needs and promoted efficient, safe procedures.
• Specialized in vascular and ophthalmology surgery support.
• Maintained high infection control standards.
• Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
• Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.