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Elizabeth Postell
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ormond Beach,FL
Summary
Driven Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Solaris HealthCare, adept in patient assessments and providing critical support in healthcare settings. Excels in leveraging skills like electronic charting and patient relationship building to enhance patient care quality. Demonstrated commitment to healthcare ethics and patient-focused care, achieving significant improvements in patient satisfaction. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level CNA position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Solaris HealthCare
Nursing Assistant
2022.06 - Current (2 years & 3 months)
Job overview
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Supported needs of 18+ residents under long-term care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Ormond Beach Rehab
Certified Nursing Assistant
2023.08 - 2023.12 (4 months)
Job overview
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Supported needs of 13+ residents under long-term care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
AdventHealth Hospital
Certified Patient Care Technician
2020.09 - 2022.10 (2 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Delivered high-quality care to Rehab, Med Surgery and Acute care patients in hospital facility.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Emory Bennett Veterans Nursing Home
Certified Nursing Assistant
2020.03 - 2020.09 (6 months)
Walmart Super Center
Sales Associate
2019.02 - 2020.03 (1 year & 1 month)
Job overview
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Monica Simmons
Home Health Aide
2017.11 - 2018.12 (1 year & 1 month)
Job overview
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Hospital
Certified Patient Care Technician
2005.05 - 2016.08 (11 years & 3 months)
Job overview
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Delivered high-quality care to Cancer patients in hospital facility.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Education
Allen's School of Nursing , Brooklyn
Certified Nursing Assistant from Nursing Assistance
05.2004
Malverne Senior High School , Malverne, NY
High School Diploma
06.1995
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Mobility Assistance
- Specimen Collection
- Medication Administration
- Light Housekeeping
- Electronic Charting
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient Relations
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Quality Assurance
- Infection Control
- Supply Restocking
- Patient Feeding
- Patient relationship building
- Catheter Care
- HIPAA
- Direct Patient Care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Basic Life Support
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Patient Care
- Healthcare ethics
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ormond Beach Rehab
2023.08 - 2023.12 (4 months)
Nursing Assistant
Solaris HealthCare
2022.06 - Current (2 years & 3 months)
Certified Patient Care Technician
AdventHealth Hospital
2020.09 - 2022.10 (2 years & 1 month)
Certified Nursing Assistant
Emory Bennett Veterans Nursing Home
2020.03 - 2020.09 (6 months)
Sales Associate
Walmart Super Center
2019.02 - 2020.03 (1 year & 1 month)
Home Health Aide
Monica Simmons
2017.11 - 2018.12 (1 year & 1 month)
Certified Patient Care Technician
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Hospital
2005.05 - 2016.08 (11 years & 3 months)
Allen's School of Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant from Nursing Assistance
Malverne Senior High School
High School Diploma
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
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