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Arieanna Galster

Fairbanks

Summary

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant and Medication Aide with a strong focus on patient safety and care. Proven track record in electronic charting, medication administration, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to improve safety and patient outcomes. My nursing background has taught me to pay close attention to detail, follow established procedures, identify problems early, and maintain high standards. I am used to working in environments where accuracy matters and I take pride in making sure work is done correctly and safely. I feel this is a detail oriented profession and I am used to following procedures, checking information carefully, documenting accurately, and noticing when something is off before it becomes a bigger problem. This profession gives me a strong sense of responsibility and I can perform well under pressure. I am accustomed to consistency and have good communication skills. I am proficient with computers, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word and Excel.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide

Foundation Health Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Fairbanks, AK
09.2024 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Supported mobility by assisting patients with transfers and ambulation.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
  • Participated in training sessions to improve skills and knowledge in patient care practices.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Administered medications accurately to patients following established protocols.
  • Monitored patient responses to medications and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Maintained accurate medication administration records in compliance with hospital policies.
  • Assisted in training new medication aides on procedures and safety standards.

Education

No Degree - Pre Nursing

Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage, AK

High School Diploma -

Lathrop High School
Fairbanks, AK
05.2017

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Basic life support
  • Safety precautions
  • Electronic charting
  • Medical terminology
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Certified medication aide
  • Medication administration

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide

Foundation Health Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
09.2024 - Current

No Degree - Pre Nursing

Alaska Pacific University

High School Diploma -

Lathrop High School