Charisma Ward
Chicago,IL
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing assistant offering outstanding patient care. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Of Illinois
09.2018 - Current
- Maintained a safe patient environment
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Performs specific patient care procedures such as blood glucose testing, specimen collection, etc.
- Promptly reports changes in patient condition to the appropriate Registered Nurse.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Performed EKGs and PVR via bladder scanner
- Demonstrates proficiency in the use of EPIC, andselected clinic specific equipment.
Environmental Services
University Of Illinois
11.2016 - 09.2019
- Performed housekeeping duties as needed to maintain clean, comfortable living environments for patients in their care facilities.
- Maintained a clean, organized environment for patients by completing routine housekeeping tasks such as linen changes and room cleaning.
- Makes beds and changes linens.
- Replenishes toilet paper, hand towels, soap, and other toiletries.
- Cleaned office spaces, staff lounges, on call rooms, and waiting areas.
- Demonstrated strong communication between patients, maintenance teams and other staff for timely issue resolution.
Education
Nursing
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL2026
CNA Certification -
Nirvana Institute
Chicago, IL2018
High School Diploma -
North Community High School
Minneapolis, MN06.2011
Skills
- Communicational
- Organizational
- Patient Care
- Compassionate
- Reliable team player
- Bedside manner
- HIPAA Compliance
- Direct Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Bedside manner
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Of Illinois
09.2018 - Current
Environmental Services
University Of Illinois
11.2016 - 09.2019
Nursing
Chicago State University
CNA Certification -
Nirvana Institute
High School Diploma -
North Community High School
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