Chris-ann Spear
127 Laurel Avenue, Irvington
Summary
Compassionate nursing student with experience as a nursing assistant at Morristown Medical Center Hospital, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient satisfaction through emotional support and adherence to infection control protocols. Committed to promoting a safe environment while fostering strong patient relationships and ensuring nutritional goals are met.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Morristown Medical Center Hospital
04.2016 - Current
- 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.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Felician University
Lodi, NJ05-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Infection control
- Patient relationship building
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- [New Jersey] Driver's License
- Silver Guardian Certification [Nov 2017]
Languages
English
Full Professional
clinical experience
Senior Immersion - Cardiac Step-Down Unit
Newark Beth Israel Hospital, Newark, NJ | Present
- Assist RN with medications, vitals and patient assessments
- ADL and monitor the progress of cardiac patients
Mother Baby Unit
Jersey City Medical Center, Jersey City, NJ
- Cared for newborns with newborn assessments, bathing and vital sign monitoring
- Administered medications under professor supervision
Pediatrics
St. Joseph Hospital, Paterson, NJ
- Assisted in pediatric patient care and medication administration
- School Nurse Rotation, Peter Cooper Elementary School, RIngwood , NJ (Nov 2024)
- Assisted in school health assessments and education initiatives
Medical-Surgical Rotation 1
Jersey City Medical Center, Jersey City, NJ
- Gained hands-on experience in post-operative and chronic illness management
- Assisting patients with Adl's and Vital signs
- Medication administration under the supervision of professor
Medical-Surgical Rotation 2 (Neuro/Chemo)
Englewood Medical Center, Englewood, NJ
- Cared for neurological and chemotherapy patients, performed detailed assessments
- Medication administration under professor supervision
- Student to nurse patient care, vital signs monitoring, Adls , and discharge planning
Mental Health Nursing
Clara Maas Medical Center, Belleville, NJ
- Observed and assisted in psychiatric patient care and therapy sessions
Community Health Nursing
Homeless Outreach Volunteer
Eva’s Village, Paterson, NJ
- Served meals and give toiletries to clients
Senior Center Observation
Inglemoor Senior Center, Englewood, NJ
- Observed daily activities and presented a teaching plan on engagement strategies
Interests
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Road Trips
- Homelessness Outreach
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Morristown Medical Center Hospital
04.2016 - Current
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- [New Jersey] Driver's License
- Silver Guardian Certification [Nov 2017]
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Felician University
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