Desiree M. Cleveland
Atlanta,Georgia
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant and Phlebotomy Technician with over 20+ years of progressive experience with excellent clinical, administrative,and customer service skills. Experienced in a variety of clinical settings that includes Acute care, Trauma, Obstetrics/Gynecology,Internal Medicine. Skilled in patient safety monitoring, vital signs, documentation, and compassionate patient-centered care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Patient Sitter
Piedmont Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Provide continuous bedside monitoring for high-risk patients to prevent falls and ensure safety.
- Assist nursing staff with ADLs, vital signs, glucose monitoring, and documentation.
- Observe and report changes in patient condition promptly.
- Maintain therapeutic communication and supportive care environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Registered Medical Assistant
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
11.2017 - 06.2023
- Deliver patient care on Medical/Surgical Trauma Unit under RN supervision.
- Assist with admissions, discharges, and delegated therapies.
- Record vitals, intake/output, glucose checks.
- Preforming basic lab test,collecting,preparing and accurately labeling lab specimens.
- Provide comfort care and support positive patient experiences.
Certified Nursing Assistant
A.G. Rhodes Health & Rehab
Atlanta, GA
11.2015 - 11.2017
- Delivered care in long-term and rehabilitation settings.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sadie G. Mays Health and Rehabilitation Center
Atlanta, GA
04.2011 - 09.2014
- Assisted with full ADL care, repositioning, hygiene, and feeding.
- Encouraged rehabilitation participation and monitored intake/output.
- Reported patient condition changes to licensed nurses.
Home Health Aide
Right at Home
Atlanta, GA
07.2010 - 03.2011
- Assisted with ADLs, blood pressure monitoring, and medication reminders.
- Provided meal preparation, housekeeping, and companionship.
Education
Certification Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
National Healthcareer Association
11161 Overbrook Road, Leawood, KS 6621102-2025
Nursing -
Atlanta Technical College
01-2012
Patient Care Technician - undefined
Malik College
01-2010
Medical Assistant - undefined
Georgia Medical Institute
01-1998
Nursing Assistant - undefined
Georgia Medical Institute
01-1992
Skills
- Patient Safety & Observation
- Vital Signs & Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Venipuncture & Specimen Collection
- EKGs
- Electronic Documentation
- Team Collaboration & Communication
Timeline
Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Patient Sitter
Piedmont Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Registered Medical Assistant
Grady Memorial Hospital
11.2017 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
A.G. Rhodes Health & Rehab
11.2015 - 11.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sadie G. Mays Health and Rehabilitation Center
04.2011 - 09.2014
Home Health Aide
Right at Home
07.2010 - 03.2011
Patient Care Technician - undefined
Malik College
Medical Assistant - undefined
Georgia Medical Institute
Nursing Assistant - undefined
Georgia Medical Institute
Certification Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
National Healthcareer Association
Nursing -
Atlanta Technical College