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Claire McElvain

Maryville ,Mo

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in multiple settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Technician

Mosaic Life Care
Maryville, MO
06.2023 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
  • Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions under supervision of a mental health professional.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress and treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.

CNA

Orillas Way Assisted Living
Grant City, MO
07.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Prepared all meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.

Red Cross Certified Lifeguard

City of Grant City
Grant City, MO
05.2020 - 08.2022
  • Monitored swimmers in a designated area for signs of distress and responded quickly in emergency situations.
  • Rescued distressed swimmers using appropriate rescue techniques according to Red Cross standards.
  • Instructed swim classes for children, adults, or special needs participants.
  • Conducted periodic drills to test readiness levels during emergencies.
  • Prepared reports documenting all incidents that occurred while on duty.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times to prevent accidents or injury.
  • Educated patrons on rules and regulations regarding use of facility equipment and facilities.
  • Coordinated and taught instructional classes in fundamentals of swimming and water safety.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

North Central Missouri College
Savannah, MO
07-2024

High School Diploma -

Worth Co. High School
Grant City, MO
05-2023

Skills

  • Greets and prepares patient for provider examination and treatment Performs general nursing care to patients
  • Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards
  • Assists provider with procedures and properly maintains equipment before and after procedures
  • Engages in patient/family teaching to achieve the desired patient outcome
  • Family support and assistance
  • Professionalism and Ethics

Certification

  • IV certified on graduation
  • BLS certified

Refrences

  • Brittani Manthe - Phone (816-351-0059) Email: Brittani-Manthe@mymlc.com
  • Elaina Welch- Phone (816-558-5412) Email: elainawelch@gmail.com

Timeline

Mental Health Technician

Mosaic Life Care
06.2023 - Current

CNA

Orillas Way Assisted Living
07.2022 - 05.2023

Red Cross Certified Lifeguard

City of Grant City
05.2020 - 08.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

North Central Missouri College

High School Diploma -

Worth Co. High School

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