Garrett Shay
Lake City
Summary
Driven Certified Nursing Assistant with hands-on experience in EMT, hospice and pediatric care seeking to utilize background and training to take the next career step with a respected organization. Strong patient care skills combined with the ability to clearly advocate patient needs. Nursing is my passion and I will do anything to give my patients the best care they need and deserve.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Grace Pediatrics
Lake City
11.2019 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions during clinic visits.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control procedures.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
- Administered medications and vaccines according to pediatric protocols and guidelines.
Baker
Publix Super Markets
2008 - 2019
- Maintained current knowledge of pricing, ingredients, product availability and current promotion
- Established safe and sanitary workspace for staff and customers, ensuring compliance with health standards
- Promoted to bakery assistant manager in June 2016 and stepped back down to baker in 2018 to start on my nursing career.
- Conducted interviews and hired bakery employees, enhancing team capability and service quality
- Rewarded and disciplined associates
- Coordinated employee schedules to optimize staffing levels and meet customer demand
- Maintained atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with emphasis on fast, friendly customer service
CNA
Hospice
2019 - 2019
- Had to leave due to scheduling conflict with Publix
- Provided compassionate care to patients in hospice settings.
- Supported families by offering emotional support during difficult times.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
Education
Medical Training Program - CNA
STAT Medical Training
Lake City, Fl02-2019
Certificate Program - EMT
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, Fl05-2013
Skills
- CPR and BLS certified
- Read and record BP, pulse and respiration
- Lifting and transferring
- Medication assistance
- Catheter care
- Oral care of patients with teeth and dentures
- End-of-life care
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Schedule coordination
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Compassionate care
Timeline
CNA
Grace Pediatrics
11.2019 - Current
Baker
Publix Super Markets
2008 - 2019
CNA
Hospice
2019 - 2019
Medical Training Program - CNA
STAT Medical Training
Certificate Program - EMT
Florida Gateway College