Dominique Avant
Memphis,TN
Summary
Energetic Nursing Assistant with 4 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment and knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Baptist Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Collecting labs, specimen collection such as Covid-19 swabs, Flu Swabs, and lab draws
- Utilize strong clinical skills to conduct lab draw’s, assess vital signs, complete glucose evaluations
- 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
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs
Mobility Tech/ Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Memorial Hospital
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Direct Support Professional
Volunteers of America
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being
- Administered medication as directed by physician
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general well-being
Education
Associate of Science - Social Work
Union University
Jackson, TN12.2023
High School Diploma -
Bolton High School
Arlington, Tn05.2015
Skills
- Verbal and written Communication
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Working Planning and Prioritization
- Customer Interaction
- Time Management
- Phlebotomy
- Epic
- Collecting Specimens
- Patient Care and Safety
- Nursing Assistance
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Baptist Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Mobility Tech/ Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Memorial Hospital
01.2020 - 07.2023
Direct Support Professional
Volunteers of America
06.2018 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - Social Work
Union University
High School Diploma -
Bolton High School
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