CHARISSE MAHMUD
Summary
Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over 10+ years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northwestern Medicine® Palos Heights
Palos Heights , IL
11.2023 - Current
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bria of Strive
Palos Hills , IL
06.2017 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Therapy Assistance
Richard Daley
7500 S Pulaski Rd.Phlebotomy
Stars Academy School of Phlebotomy
Skills
- Venipuncture And Capillary Puncture
- Infection Control
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Blood Collection
- Specimen Labeling Procedures
- Sample And Specimen Collection
- Biohazard Disposal
- Specimen Transportation
- Patient Safety
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assisant
- BLS-For Healthcare Providers
- NHA-National Health career Association
Custom
- I been in the healthcare field for over 10+ years. I have over 6 years hospital experience, and clinical experience. I've worked with skilled, Rehab, Dementia, Med-surg units, critical patients, Psych, Mentally disabled, pediatric and young adults. I'm looking to grow and utilize my experience in Healthcare.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northwestern Medicine® Palos Heights
11.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bria of Strive
06.2017 - 09.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Therapy Assistance
Richard Daley
Phlebotomy
Stars Academy School of Phlebotomy
- Certified Nursing Assisant
- BLS-For Healthcare Providers
- NHA-National Health career Association
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