Elizabeth Prochaska
Cresco,IA
Summary
Driven and community-oriented, I leveraged strong problem-solving and interpersonal communication skills at the University of Northern Iowa and Regional County Health Hospice. Excelling in roles that required organization, teamwork, and leadership, I significantly contributed to creating engaging events and fostering student success, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and community service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Regional County Health Hospice
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Evans Memorial Home
07.2022 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
Tutor
University of Northern Iowa
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA12-2024
Associate of Arts - Biology
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA12-2018
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Leadership qualities
- Community service
- Time management
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Volunteer
Regional County Health Hospice
03.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Evans Memorial Home
07.2022 - Current
Tutor
University of Northern Iowa
01.2017 - 12.2017
BLS
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College
Associate of Arts - Biology
University of Northern Iowa
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