Cole Herrmann
Rapid City,South Dakota
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing patient and client wellbeing at Edgewood Assisted Living as well as my nurse externship through critical thinking and client rapport-building. Excelled in fast-paced environments, significantly improving safety and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated proficiency in First Aid, contributing to a safer workplace. Achieved commendable levels of patient care and support across various healthcare settings. Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 3 years of comprehensive experience in critical thinking, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Edgewood Assisted Living
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Nurse Extern
Monument Health
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness within the facility.
- Utilized critical thinking to ensure adequate care was given to patients
- Worked in the ER, ICU, Med-Surg, and outpatient pods to develop a well-rounded and experienced set of skills
- Developed important time-management skills
- Developed experienced in high paced and intense situations such as code blues and rapid responses
Construction Worker
Burly Builders
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
Lifeguard
Spearfish Rec Center
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
South Dakota State University
Rapid City, SD12.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD05.2022
Skills
- Client Rapport-Building
- Critical Thinking
- First Aid
- Patron Support
- Safety Violations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Emergency Response
- Ability to critically think and apply it to clinical practice
- Patient Observation
Additional Information
ICU Directed Study - Currently completing. This is helping me improve and acquire ICU specific skills, patient familiarity, and needed education
Black Hills State University - Dean's List
South Dakota State University - Dean's List
Timeline
Nurse Extern
Monument Health
05.2024 - 08.2024
PCA
Edgewood Assisted Living
10.2023 - Current
Construction Worker
Burly Builders
05.2021 - 08.2022
Lifeguard
Spearfish Rec Center
04.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
South Dakota State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Black Hills State University
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