Blake Kolles
Norman
Summary
Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 4+ years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Integris Baptist Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care, ensuring comfort and emotional support.
- Attention to detail in maintaining documentation and adhering to health care policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of infection control practices, including proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment.
- Applying a variety of knowledge and skills to match the unique needs for each patient seen on an IMC abdominal transplant unit, especially for patients on ventilators and post liver and kidney transplant patients.
Float Pool Nursing Assistant/Staffing Clerk
Oklahoma State University Medical Center
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Provide compassionate and skilled care to patients across various units in the hospital, including medical, surgical, emergency, and critical care. Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitor vital signs, and support patients' physical and emotional well-being.
- Proficiently measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation. Recognize and report any significant changes or abnormalities promptly to the nursing staff.
- Demonstrate proficiency in basic life support (BLS) techniques and emergency response protocols. Assist during medical emergencies by alerting the appropriate personnel, initiating CPR, and providing support as directed.
- Managed and covered staffing needs for the hospital while maintaining a professional and approachable appearance according to hospital policy.
Server
Hideaway Pizza
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Medical Center
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
Certified Nursing Assistant
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Provided excellent interpersonal and communication skills, fostering a positive relationship with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a calm composure while working under pressure in a fast-paced surgical unit, prioritizing tasks effectively.
Registered Nursing Assistant
Mother Of Mercy Campus Of Care
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted residents with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating, while ensuring their comfort and dignity.
- Maintained comprehensive and organized documentation of residents' care, including ADLs, vital signs, observations, meals, and fluid intake, as well as outputs.
- Collaborated effectively with the healthcare team, communicating residents' conditions, changes, and concerns to ensure coordinated care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holdingford Secondary
Holdingford, MN06.2022
Skills
Time management
Proficiency with Epic
Proficiency with ADP
Catheter Care
Specimen Collection
Emergency Response
Proficiency with phones, computers, and computer programs
Vital signs monitoring
Blood Glucose Testing
Certification
Oklahoma Nursing Assistant Certification
BLS Certification (AHA)
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Integris Baptist Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Float Pool Nursing Assistant/Staffing Clerk
Oklahoma State University Medical Center
02.2023 - 08.2023
Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Medical Center
12.2022 - 03.2023
Server
Hideaway Pizza
05.2022 - 11.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
08.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nursing Assistant
Mother Of Mercy Campus Of Care
06.2020 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Holdingford Secondary
Oklahoma Nursing Assistant Certification
BLS Certification (AHA)
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