Candy T. Suggs
East St. Louis,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Ability to address patient’s needs in a timely manner. Efficient in busy healthcare environment and achieving the highest level of patient satisfaction. Prepared to start position and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
St Louis, MO
02.2024 - Current
- Assess and monitor cardiac telemetry patients' vital signs and health status.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educate patients and families on cardiac conditions, treatment options, and recovery processes.
- Administer medications and manage IV therapy per physician orders and protocols.
- Improve patient outcomes by consistently monitoring cardiac telemetry and promptly responding to critical changes.
- Reduce medication errors by diligently verifying all orders and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Improve patient comfort and safety by maintaining clean and organized work environment, adhering to infection control standards.
- Admit and discharge patients
Nurse Extern
SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital
St. Louis, Missouri
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Assist nurse with direct patient care
- Assess and monitor vital signs
- Administer injections and medications
- Record and review vital electronic information
- Report any abnormal findings to the nurse
- Assisted nursing staff in patient care activities and monitored vital signs.
- Provided support in daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and hygiene standards.
Private Duty
Home Health Care Aide
East Saint Louis, IL
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Provided help with personal needs and errands
- Maintained personal hygiene
- Provided light house-keeping, medication, and companionship
C.N.A.-Certified Nursing Assistant
Four Fountain Nursing /Rehab Center Homes
Belleville, IL
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Recorded patients’ information and vital signs.
- Provided residents with companionship and exceptional personal care services including grooming, medication and toileting support.
- Prepared nutritious meals and assisted residents in feeding.
- Prepared beds and kept patients’ rooms clean and sanitized
- Maintained records and files of the facility as per policies and standard operating procedures.
Personal Care Technician
Community Care Services
Swansea, IL
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided safe and expert care for patients in their home regarding nutrition and hygiene needs
Personal Assistant
Illinois Department of Rehabilitation
Belleville, IL
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Provided respite services to the clients at home
- Supported in independent living and community integration
- Administered medication, health, safety and routine living skills
- Assisted clients in community integration
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Program
St Louis Community College
St Louis, MO12-2023
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Venice Lincoln Tech
Venice, IL05.1999
Skills
- Patient vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Intravenous insertion
- Proficient use of medical equipment
- Knowledge of HIPAA compliance
- Health information systems
- Tracheostomy care
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Wound care
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Documentation and charting
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- EKG and Phlebotomy Certification
Summary
Degree: Associate Degree in Applied Science
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Nurse Extern
SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
C.N.A.-Certified Nursing Assistant
Four Fountain Nursing /Rehab Center Homes
01.2016 - 01.2018
Private Duty
Home Health Care Aide
01.2015 - 01.2021
Personal Care Technician
Community Care Services
01.2014 - 01.2016
Personal Assistant
Illinois Department of Rehabilitation
01.2011 - 01.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing Program
St Louis Community College
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Venice Lincoln Tech