Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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April Wright

Sapulpa,OK

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advanced Certified Medication Aide

Beehive Homes Of Glenpool
12.2020 - Current
  • Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
  • Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
  • Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
  • Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
  • Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
  • Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
  • Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
  • Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
  • Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

GreenTree Assisted Living
11.2018 - 11.2020
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Assistant

Box Photography
05.2016 - 11.2018
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
  • Monitored and ordered supplies and materials to keep office well stocked.
  • Organized resources, records and personnel to accomplish aggressive targets.
  • Reviewed and edited documents for accuracy, grammar and clarity.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems to facilitate easy access to information.
  • Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.

Volunteer

Saint Johns
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
  • Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions, and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
  • Provided assistance to other staff members with cleaning of difficult areas.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Langston University
Tulsa, OK
11.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK
05.2021

High School Diploma -

Sapulpa High School
Sapulpa, OK
05.2018

Skills

  • Patient Observation
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Monitor Vitals
  • Dressing Application
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Family Communication
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Intercultural Competence
  • EMR Systems
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
  • Medication Distribution

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • CMA - Certified Medication Aide
  • CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Certified

Affiliations

  • I have been a part of Student Nursing Association (SNA) every semester while attending Langston University

Accomplishments

  • Achieved deans honor roll every semester while attending Langston University for my BSN
  • I was an active participant chosen to be in Langston University's commerical where we demonstrated nursing skills

Timeline

Advanced Certified Medication Aide

Beehive Homes Of Glenpool
12.2020 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

GreenTree Assisted Living
11.2018 - 11.2020

Assistant

Box Photography
05.2016 - 11.2018

Volunteer

Saint Johns
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Langston University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Tulsa Community College

High School Diploma -

Sapulpa High School
April Wright