Daniel J. Ramsay
Wyandotte,USA
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience in patient care and customer service, notably at Prisma Health. Proven expertise in infection control and vital signs monitoring, ensuring high-quality care. Adept at building strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and satisfaction, while maintaining meticulous electronic health records. Committed to delivering compassionate support in diverse settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Cruise Planners
Blythewood, South Carolina
01.2019 - Current
- Responsible for booking a world-class travel experience for a diverse client base
- Provide an exceptional customer experience that influences referrals and repeat clients
- Collaborate globally with various travel providers to meet the needs of each individual client
CNA
Prisma Health
Columbia, South Carolina
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisting patients with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Helping patients use the toilet
- Turning, repositioning, and transferring patients between beds and wheelchairs
- Delivering meals and helping with feeding
- Monitoring vital signs
- Reporting changes in patient condition to the nursing team
- Infection control Recognizing diseases and reducing their spread
- Documenting infections and symptoms
- Maintaining cleanliness in patient areas.
- Following safety procedures and providing a safe and hygienic healthcare environment.
- Maintaining accurate patient records, documenting care activities
- Providing compassionate emotional support
- Collaborating with the nursing team
Phlebotomy Student
Lexington Medical Center-Urgent Care
Columbia, South Carolina
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Performed venipuncture and capillary blood collection procedures on diverse patient populations under supervision
- Ensured proper patient identification and adhered to strict safety and infection control protocols
- Labeled, stored, and transported specimens in compliance with laboratory standards and regulations
- Maintained accurate documentation of specimen collection and patient interactions in electronic health records
- Demonstrated effective communication and professionalism with patients, nurses, and laboratory staff
- Utilized various collection techniques including butterfly needles, vacutainers, and lancets
- Monitored patients during and after blood draws to ensure comfort and address any adverse reactions
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces and followed proper sanitation procedures
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines to protect patient confidentiality and data security
- Gained proficiency in handling and preparing specimens for diagnostic testing and analysis
CNA Student
Lexington Medical Center-Extended Care
Lexington, South Carolina
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their concerns and needs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
- Adhered to infection control protocols during patient interactions and procedures.
- Recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rate.
Nursing Student
Lexington Medical Center
Lexington, South Carolina
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted in patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records during clinical rotations.
- Communicated effectively with patients to ensure comfort and understanding.
- Observed and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
Nursing Student
NHC- Parklane
Columbia, South Carolina
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records during clinical rotations.
- Communicated effectively with patients to ensure comfort and understanding.
- Observed and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate according to established protocols.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing stressful situations or treatments.
Nursing Student
Still Hopes
Columbia, South Carolina
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Verify patient’s name, date of birth, and procedure type prior to administering procedure
- Provide compassionate care to a patient with dementia/mobility considerations
- Safely perform activities of daily living including bathing and eating
- Accurately document patient’s vitals, behaviors, and condition
Route owner/operator
Snyders/Lance
08.2014 - 01.2019
- Self-employed, independent route deliverer
- Responsible for store-level inventory, fulfilling orders and restocking clients
- Work a rigorous, seven day per week schedule
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy Technician
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, South Carolina06.2027
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, South Carolina08.2024
Certificate - Pre-Nursing
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, South Carolina12.2020
Skills
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- Blood collection
- Electronic health records
- Customer service
Affiliations
- National Society for Leadership and Success (NSLS)
- Special Needs Group (SNG)
- National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA)
- Phi Theta Kappa
- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)
Training
- Anatomy & Physiology II
- Beginning Nursing Skills
- Intro to Pharmacology
- The Care of Patients
- Ethics/Law Allied Health
- Medical Terminology
- Basic Concepts in Nursing
References
Available Upon Request
Volunteer Experience
SQ Rescue, 06/01/20, 08/01/22
Certification
- Michigan State CNA Certification
- BLS
Timeline
Phlebotomy Student
Lexington Medical Center-Urgent Care
03.2025 - 04.2025
CNA
Prisma Health
02.2025 - 05.2025
CNA Student
Lexington Medical Center-Extended Care
05.2024 - 07.2024
Nursing Student
Lexington Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
Nursing Student
NHC- Parklane
08.2023 - 12.2023
Nursing Student
Still Hopes
01.2023 - 05.2023
Owner
Cruise Planners
01.2019 - Current
Route owner/operator
Snyders/Lance
08.2014 - 01.2019
Certificate - Phlebotomy Technician
Midlands Technical College
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
Midlands Technical College
Certificate - Pre-Nursing
Midlands Technical College
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