Cassandra Anders
Tulsa
Summary
As a CNA with over 2 decades of experience, I have honed many skills over the years. Among the most important to me are my skills with patient care, as I feel they are the most crucial to the experience of each and every patient that comes to the hospital looking for care. I have References from many of the jobs I have worked at in the past, that can attest to my skill and care in taking care of people.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4053
4053
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNA /homehealth
Incare Home Healthcare
Tulsa
10.2024 - Current
- Delivered compassionate personal care to clients in their homes daily.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, including bathing and grooming.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs for health status assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
OSU Medical Center
Tulsa
06.2024 - 11.2024
- I worked on 5 East as an agency CNA. I worked in conjunction with my team to ensure the best possible care for the patients we were privileged to treat.
- Ensure proper care for Cardiac post-surgery patients.
- Answer calls for help in a timely and cheerful manner.
- Observe changes in patient's condition or behavior, and report any concerns to the nurse for assessment.
- Set up medical equipment, and help at bedside with some medical procedures, as needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Bangor
09.2023 - 06.2024
- I worked 60 hrs/wk on a Med/Surge Unit, where my Ratios were 12:1.
- Perform ADL's for patients on the unit.
- Take vital signs and glucometer readings.
- Chart everything done with each patient in EPIC, per Hospital guidelines.
- Glucose Monitoring
- Strict I & O Measurement
- Communication
- BLS/CPR certification
- Taking Vitals
- Assisting with ADL's
- Infection Control
- Adaptability
- HIPPA Compliance
Certified Nursing Assistant
Champlain Valley Physician's Hospital
Plattsburg
05.2022 - 08.2023
- I completed several contract assignments for the CVP Hospital on a Med/Surg unit, in accordance with all hospital policies and guidelines, and exceeding expectations wherever possible.
- Assist all patients with activities of daily living.
- Assist in proper Ostomy and foley care.
- Use proper precautions for Infection Control, in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
South Peninsula Hospital
Homer
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Used time management skills to complete all tasks in compliance with Hospital and State Regulations.
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Butler Hospital
Providence
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Completed my contracted hours while working the float pool, making sure to follow all CDC and state/government mandates.
Travel CNA
John George Psychiatric Hospital
San Leandro
04.2020 - 02.2021
- During the first year of the epidemic, I worked every floor in the hospital, or critical care hours and mandatory overtime.
- I completed all my work according to hospital and state mandates, following the CDC guidelines.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wildwood Care Center
Tulsa
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Took care of all facility Residents, providing assistance with ADL's and mobility.
Social Services Admission Coordinator
Silverlake Care Center
Bartlesville
01.2010 - 01.2016
- After completing my certification in Oklahoma City, I worked in conjunction with Hospitals in the area to place patients in facilities that could better continue care and to help provide safe places for patients to go when leaving the Hospitals.
- If my facility was unable to take them, I called other coordinators in the area to ensure patient placement.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ascension St. John
Nowata
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Assist patients with performing ADL's.
- Charting Intake and Output, assisting nursing staff with patient care.
Patient Care Technician
Hay's House
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Taking care of disabled adult residents.
- Helping perform ADL's, assisting with mobility, and assisting in the teaching of community education.
Education
Nursing Assistant Certification -
NGS Program
Broken Arrow, OKSocial Services Admission Coordinator -
Oklahoma City Center
OkSkills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- EPIC electronic charting system
- Point Click Care electronic charting system
- Unit Experience
- Medical/Surgical
- Cardiac
- Intensive Care Unit
- Emergency Room
- PCU/ Step-Down
- Ortho
- Neuro
- Professional
- Electronic Charting
- Medical Terminology
- Glucose Monitoring
- Strict I & O Measurement
- Communication
- BLS/CPR certification
- Taking Vitals
- Assisting with ADL's
- Infection Control
- Adaptability
- HIPPA Compliance
References
- Cori Frye, Director of Nursing, 918-534-7982
- Jeff, Registered Nurse, 954-513-0008
- Fransisca, Registered Nurse, 701-989-1875
- GIGI, Registered Nurse, Eastern Maine Medical Center, 786-975-4385
- Jade Nix, CNA- coworker, 716-328-3324
- Kena, Charge Nurse, Eastern Maine Medical Center, 718-912-2407
- Angela Lanato, Coordinator at CVPH Hospital in New York, 518-578-3582
- David Laclair, Charge Nurse-RN, 518-534-2100
Cover Letter
11/11/24, Hiring Team, Human Resources, OSU Medical Center, 744 W Ninth, Tulsa, OK, 74112, Cassandra Anders, Certified Nursing Assistant, I am writing to express my interest in the position at OSU Medical Center. I was previously employed at OSU Medical Center SE, as an agency CNA. My experience working with the other members of the unit, and under the leadership of Candace as our unit manager, has made me hopeful that I may be able to continue my time at OSU while I further my education. The satisfaction I get from being able to elevate patient experience with my experience and cheerful nature, ensuring the best possible outcome for each and every patient that crosses my path, makes me a great candidate for this particular opening. With over 2 decades of experience, I am confident in my ability to use the skills I have learned over the years to exceed expectations wherever possible. I am eager to continue my contribution towards the professional and compassionate care that OSU is so well known for. You can reach me either by my email or the number listed, to notify me of your decision.
Timeline
CNA /homehealth
Incare Home Healthcare
10.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
OSU Medical Center
06.2024 - 11.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
09.2023 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Champlain Valley Physician's Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2023
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
South Peninsula Hospital
09.2021 - 04.2022
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Butler Hospital
03.2021 - 08.2021
Travel CNA
John George Psychiatric Hospital
04.2020 - 02.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wildwood Care Center
01.2017 - 01.2020
Social Services Admission Coordinator
Silverlake Care Center
01.2010 - 01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ascension St. John
01.2007 - 01.2009
Patient Care Technician
Hay's House
01.2001 - 01.2005
Nursing Assistant Certification -
NGS Program
Social Services Admission Coordinator -
Oklahoma City Center