Elisabeth Wescott
Black Mountain,NC
Summary
Experienced and dedicated healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care and clinical procedures. Proven track record of providing compassionate and high-quality nursing services in fast-paced medical settings. Seeking to leverage diverse skill set and passion for helping others in a rewarding role as a Registered Nurse. Committed to delivering exceptional care and making a positive impact on the lives of patients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern
HCA
05.2023 - Current
- Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Documented and communicated patient information in EMR system for accurate tracking.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Support pharmacists in delivering pharmaceutical care by performing technical duties under supervision.
Parts Driver/Sales Associate
Advance Auto Parts
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service and surpassed sales targets.
Parts Driver/Sales Associate
Advance Auto Parts
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Delivered exceptional customer service, surpassing sales targets and managing POS operations.
Stocker
Ingles Markets
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Receive and store delivery truck items in designated areas while maintaining cleanliness and organization.
Rehabilitation Therapy Technician
Pruitt Health (VA Nursing Home)
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Facilitated therapeutic activities to ensure residents received appropriate care.
- Ensured 100% ambulatory success rate by adhering to safety protocols.
Manager, Shift Leader, Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
03.2015 - 07.2019
- Guided employees using training and observation guide, offering feedback for improvement.
CNA in Community Living Center
VA Medical Center
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Provided specialized nursing care in hospital settings, focusing on healthcare needs and exercise routines.
- Ensured incident-free operations through strict safety protocol compliance.
CNA, General Med Surgery Unit
Mission Hospital
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Demonstrated advanced clinical skills in vital sign assessment, lab sample collection, glucose monitoring, daily living activities, and patient transport.
- Gained expertise in wound dressing, NG tube assistance, and recognizing distress signals in dementia patients.
Administrative Assistant
Jerry and Mary's Auto Repair
01.2008 - 11.2011
- Organized and filed documentation in designated area.
Education
Bachelors Of Nursing - Nursing
South College
Asheville, NC06.2025
Associate of Science -
South College
Asheville, NC06.2023
Associate of Arts -
AB Tech
Asheville, NC06.2021
Certified Medical Billing Specialist -
US Career Institute
10.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant -
AB Tech
Asheville, NC06.2015
Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Strong Communication and Organizational Skills
- Team Player
- Strong Customer Service Skills
- Prioritize Tasks and Work Efficiently
- Critical Thinking and Time Management
- Self-Motivated, Fast Learner
- Filing and Data Collection
- Wound care and Check Vitals
- Maintain a Clean and Safe Workspace
- Documentation accuracy
- Treatment Planning
- Family education
Timeline
Nurse Extern
HCA
05.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
01.2022 - 08.2024
Parts Driver/Sales Associate
Advance Auto Parts
01.2022 - 09.2022
Parts Driver/Sales Associate
Advance Auto Parts
12.2019 - 05.2020
Stocker
Ingles Markets
07.2019 - 12.2019
Rehabilitation Therapy Technician
Pruitt Health (VA Nursing Home)
01.2019 - 10.2019
CNA in Community Living Center
VA Medical Center
07.2017 - 07.2018
CNA, General Med Surgery Unit
Mission Hospital
09.2015 - 12.2016
Manager, Shift Leader, Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
03.2015 - 07.2019
Administrative Assistant
Jerry and Mary's Auto Repair
01.2008 - 11.2011
Bachelors Of Nursing - Nursing
South College
Associate of Science -
South College
Associate of Arts -
AB Tech
Certified Medical Billing Specialist -
US Career Institute
Certified Nursing Assistant -
AB Tech
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