Elisa Jerome
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Health South Florida - Bethesda West
Boynton Beach, FL
12.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Nursing Home
Delray Beach, FL
05.2016 - 08.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sovereign Healthcare Of Medicana
Lake Worth, FL
08.2012 - 05.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Education
Certification - Phlebotomy Technician
Medical Training of The Palm Beaches
West Palm Beach, FL05.2023
GED -
Stone Coast Academy
Miami12.2020
Skills
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Patient Safety
- Clean Rooms Expertise
- Nursing Assistance
- Medical Terminology
- CPR
- Dietary Requirements
- Non Medical Supply Storage
- Documentation
- Patient Education
- Mobility Devices
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Health South Florida - Bethesda West
12.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Nursing Home
05.2016 - 08.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sovereign Healthcare Of Medicana
08.2012 - 05.2020
Certification - Phlebotomy Technician
Medical Training of The Palm Beaches
GED -
Stone Coast Academy