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Dustin-Michael Russ

Forest City,IA

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with experience at Mayo Clinic Health System, skilled in direct patient care and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while effectively managing challenging behaviors. CPR certified, with strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering resident engagement and wellbeing.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Assistant

The Shepherds Inn
03.2025 - Current
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions, and hair care.
  • Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
  • Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
  • Assisting residents in there ADL's

Emergency Medical Responder

Minnesota Lake Ambulance
07.2019 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions and workshops to stay current on the latest advancements in emergency medical services.
  • Upheld strict adherence to protocols, regulations, and procedures for maintaining a safe working environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Assessed patient stability, scene safety and communicated nature of injury or illness to treatment team.
  • Communicated effectively with family members or bystanders to gather relevant information about the patient''s condition or incident details.
  • Improved patient outcomes by performing critical lifesaving interventions such as CPR, AED usage, and airway management.
  • Demonstrated strong decision-making skills during high-pressure situations, prioritizing tasks based on urgency.

PCA

Mayo Clinic Health System
07.2019 - 10.2022
  • 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.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
  • Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.

Education

GED -

ABE Program
Mankato, MN

No Degree - EMR

South Central Collage
Mankato, MN
10-2019

Skills

  • Time management
  • Team player
  • Supportive
  • CPR certified
  • Emergency response
  • Resolution-oriented
  • Direct patient care
  • Resident engagement
  • Vital signs collection
  • Communication clarity
  • Dementia care

Timeline

Resident Assistant

The Shepherds Inn
03.2025 - Current

Emergency Medical Responder

Minnesota Lake Ambulance
07.2019 - Current

PCA

Mayo Clinic Health System
07.2019 - 10.2022

GED -

ABE Program

No Degree - EMR

South Central Collage

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