Emily Salem
Seven Hills
Summary
Developed valuable skills in fast-paced healthcare environment, including patient support and effective communication. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and adapt to varying situations. Seeking to leverage these skills in new and challenging field, ensuring seamless transition and positive impact.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Nurse Assistant
Cleveland Clinic Emergency Department & Medical Surgical
Garfield Heights, OH
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety during care.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline patient care processes and enhance service delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols consistently.
- Assisted with transferring immobile patients, utilizing proper body mechanics and lifting techniques to prevent injury to both the patient and healthcare staff.
- Provided post-operative care for patients recovering from surgery by assessing pain levels, vitals, and assisting with mobility as needed.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes accurately to support nursing staff in patient assessments.
- Performed EKGs on patients as ordered by physicians; gained proficiency in reading EKG strips.
- Provided emotional support for patients experiencing anxiety or stress related to their medical conditions or hospitalization.
Dispatcher
Baldwin Wallace Safety and Security
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Responded to student calls regarding campus safety concerns from students regarding suspicious activity on campus and if in need of assistance to alert security.
- Monitored radio communications and dispatch systems for efficient incident management.
- Developed and maintained accurate logs of incidents and operational activities.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Kent State Twinsburg Campus
05.2027
High School Diploma -
Garfield Heights High School
01.2023
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- First aid and CPR
- Patient observation
- Basic nursing care
- Hourly rounding
- Patient care techniques
- Clinical skills
- Medical terminology
- Lead placement
- Problem-solving
- Lead positioning
Certification
- BLS Certified – 255412924255
- Phlebotomy Certified – N24105047
Timeline
Patient Care Nurse Assistant
Cleveland Clinic Emergency Department & Medical Surgical
08.2024 - Current
Dispatcher
Baldwin Wallace Safety and Security
08.2023 - 03.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Kent State Twinsburg Campus
High School Diploma -
Garfield Heights High School