ARKISHA RUSSELL
Baltimore
Summary
Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/GNA
Tendercare Nursing LLC
Towson
11.2024 - Current
- Housekeeping, completing personal errands for clients (grocery store, pharmacy refills).
- Prepares and serves simple, modified diets as per instructions.
- Assists with feeding as necessary.
- Assists with ADLs.
- Assists with transfers and ambulation, including the use of a cane, walker, and wheelchair.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Asstistant
Magnificus Corporation/DYRS
Lanham
05.2024 - Current
- Obtain lab specimens and enter print requisitions.
- Review the patient's record via the Electronic Health Record system.
- Review abnormal labs with a mid-advanced level provider.
- Triaging residents during the sick call/intake process, office, and clerical duties as needed.
- Assist with physical assessments, including. Gynecological exam, monitor all medical supplies for expiration dates, and maintain PAR levels.
- Daily maintenance and organization of the exam room. items
- Keep supplies well stocked, and request what items are needed.
- Administered and documented patients' vital signs
- Administered EKG, Spirometry test, Eye test and Hearing and PPD placement
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
Washington
03.2020 - Current
- Vital signs, 12-lead electrocardiogram (EKG).
- Point of Care (POC): Abbott hand-held blood analyzer (I-STAT), glucometer.
- Observations and interventions: Oxygen therapy, and splinting.
- Wound care. Examples: Application of dressings, and wound measurements.
- Specimen collection and preparation: Collecting and labeling venous blood samples and mucous specimens.
- Insert hemlocks using sterile techniques.
- Document observation and baseline measurements in electronic health records, as well as pertinent information regarding activities of daily living.
- Immobilize patients for transport using a backboard or other mobilization methods.
- Assist with daily living. Clean patients, making the bed, assists with breakfast, lunch, dinner trays, and snacks.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant
Department Of Youth Rehabilitation Services
Washinton
11.2016 - 07.2022
- Obtain lab specimens and enter print requisitions.
- Review patients' records via the Electronic Health Record system.
- Triaging residents during sick calls/intake process.
- Office/clerical duties as needed.
- Assist with physical assessments,
- Including gynecological examinations.
- Monitor all medical supplies for expiration dates, and maintain PAR levels.
- Daily maintenance and organization of the exam room.
- Keep supplies well-stocked, and request needed items.
- Administered and documented patients' vital signs.
- Administered EKG and spirometry test.
Behavioral Health Technician
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Accurately records data and notifies the nurse of any changes in status.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and clutter-free environment.
- Monitor patients for suicidal ideation
- Take vital signs.
- Turn or reposition patients who are bedridden
- Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Lift or assist patients into beds, wheelchairs, and exam tables, etc.
- Change the bed sheets.
- Restock the rooms with necessary supplies.
Home Health Aide
Stella Maris Private care
Lutherville
05.2014 - 04.2017
- Housekeeping
- Completing personal errands for clients (grocery store, pharmacy refills).
- Prepares and serves simple, modified diets as per instruction.
- Assists with feeding as necessary.
- Assists with ADLs.
- Assist with transfers and ambulation, including the use of a cane, walker, and wheelchair.
Radiology Technician Assistant
Greater Baltimore Medical Center, GBMC
Towson
10.2001 - 12.2015
- Supports the Radiologic Technologists in the planning and execution of imaging procedures, meeting the standard of the department.
- Assists the patient, as applicable, in preparing for the procedure by assisting with oral contrast media and patient gowning.
- Assesses the patient's needs related to comfort, and provides support accordingly.
- Answered incoming calls from patients seeking assistance or answers about their radiology services or treatments.
- Assisted radiologists in preparing patients for imaging procedures by positioning and immobilizing them on examination tables.
- Reviewed patient medical history forms prior to exams being performed in order to identify any potential risks or contraindications related to the exam being requested.
Education
Certificate - Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Top Knowledge Healthcare Institute
Baltimore, MD12-2016
High School Diploma -
External High School Dipolma Program
Baltimore, MD04-2003
Hospital Training - Hospital Training IV Therpy
Greater Baltimore Medical Center Cat Scan Departme
Towson, MD10-2001
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Sojourner Douglas College
Baltimore, MD08-2001
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assiisant Allied Health
Woodstock Job Corps
Woodstock, MD02-2001
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Specimen collection
- Wound care
- Patient assessment
- Medical supply management
- 12-lead EKG machine
- Placing PPD
- Basic eye and hearing exams
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Phlebotomy and IV therapy
- (I-STAT), Glucometer
Affiliations
- Member of the American Legion Auxiliary
- Member of the Order of Eastern Star
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/GNA
Tendercare Nursing LLC
11.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Asstistant
Magnificus Corporation/DYRS
05.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
03.2020 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
University of Maryland, Baltimore
07.2017 - 12.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant
Department Of Youth Rehabilitation Services
11.2016 - 07.2022
Home Health Aide
Stella Maris Private care
05.2014 - 04.2017
Radiology Technician Assistant
Greater Baltimore Medical Center, GBMC
10.2001 - 12.2015
Certificate - Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Top Knowledge Healthcare Institute
High School Diploma -
External High School Dipolma Program
Hospital Training - Hospital Training IV Therpy
Greater Baltimore Medical Center Cat Scan Departme
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Sojourner Douglas College
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assiisant Allied Health
Woodstock Job Corps
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