Geneva Williams
Milwaukee,USA
Summary
Accomplished healthcare professional with extensive experience at Lindengrove Waukesha, excelling in patient care and team collaboration. Proficient in electronic health records and infection control, enhancing patient outcomes by 20%. Adept at building strong relationships and implementing effective care plans, ensuring compassionate and comprehensive support for patients and families.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern
Lindengrove Waukesha
Waukesha, Wisconsin
09.2025 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records system.
- Prepared and maintained equipment for medical procedures.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and supplies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during care processes.
- Shadowed nursing staff to better understand care approaches and learn proper procedures.
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting and ambulation.
- Administered medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted RNs with complex treatments and procedures for patients.
- Transported patients from one unit to another using proper safety techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient interactions in electronic health records system.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens for testing.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols while providing patient care services.
- Performed basic nursing care procedures, such as wound care and catheter insertion.
- Communicated and interacted with patients to determine need for assistance or emotional and physical support.
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Holistic hospice and Home care
West Allis, Wisconsin
06.2023 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients in their homes and hospice facilities.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated families about patient care needs and available hospice services.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained patient hygiene and comfort through attentive support and companionship.
- Documented patient progress and care activities accurately in medical records.
- Supported emotional well-being of patients through active listening and empathy.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings.
- Collected specimens from hospice patients for laboratory testing per established protocols.
- Assisted with wound care management including changing dressings as needed and documenting findings on wound assessment forms.
- Assisted with restorative measures such as positioning, range of motion exercises and other activities for hospice patients.
CMT and Scheduler
Silver Spring Healthcare Center
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Prepared reports summarizing patient care activities for review by the supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
- Coordinated scheduling for multiple departments to optimize resource allocation.
- Managed calendar entries and appointments using scheduling software.
- Collaborated with team leads to prioritize urgent tasks and deadlines.
- Developed and maintained scheduling templates for consistent use across projects.
- Administer medications to residents following prescribed schedules.
- Monitor resident health and report changes to nursing staff.
- Maintain accurate medication records and documentation.
- Assist with medication management training for new staff members.
- Ensure proper storage and handling of medications.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop care plans.
- Provide support and education to residents about their medications.
- Conduct routine safety checks of medication administration areas.
- Ensured that all prescribed medications were taken as ordered by physician.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition or behavior associated with medications.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered to residents.
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Dialysis
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Prepared and maintained dialysis equipment for patient treatments.
- Assisted patients in understanding dialysis procedures and care protocols.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during dialysis sessions.
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation standards in the clinic.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and lifestyle adjustments.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies for efficient operations.
- Monitored patient's vital signs during dialysis treatments, adjusting the rate of fluid removal as necessary.
- Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
- Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Inspected equipment and conducted safety checks on equipment and instruments to maintain high-quality control standards.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
- Eased patients' anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations.
- Calibrated dialysate solution according to prescribed formula for each individual patient's needs.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while performing duties in the dialysis unit.
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
- Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of patients' medical history and treatment plans in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures governing healthcare delivery services.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Instead
Wauwautosa, Wisconsin
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Transferred patients smoothly between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations.
- Supported registered nursing staff by carring out effective care plans.
- Monitored patients' conditions and promptly reported problems to nursing staff.
- Kept patients clean and hydrated.
- Maintained safety standards with proper handling and disposal of biomedical waste.
- Documented care actions, vitals, and orders in [Software].
- Improved patient quality of life by assisting with daily living activities.
- Offered support, companionship, and stimulation through conversation and recreation.
- Handled non-medical patient care activities, including laundry and meal assistance.
- Enhanced patient physical recovery with emotional and social support.
- Helped patients with limited mental and physical capacity handle daily living tasks such as feeding and grooming.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Senior Living
, W
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Improved patient quality of life by assisting with daily living activities.
- Handled non-medical patient care activities, including laundry and meal assistance.
- Kept patients clean and hydrated.
Certified Nursing Assistant Supervisor
Attentacare
Glendale, Wisconsin
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Kept patients' rooms neat and orderly with regular cleaning and supply restocking.
- Tracked conditions and behaviors, updated records, and immediately reported notable changes.
- Completed activities of daily living such as hair care, oral hygiene, and bathing.
- Supported personal needs by handling household services such as meal preparation and light cleaning.
- Helped patients with mobility needs, including toileting and transport for scans or procedures.
- Completed specific nursing and patient care assignments under direct supervision of [Job title]s.
- Aided in coordinating smooth admissions, discharges, and transfers of unit patients.
- Monitored patients for signs of insufficient care, abuse, or other reportable concerns.
- Oriented, trained, and mentored new personnel in unit operations and patient care practices.
- Responded immediately to emergencies and helped coordinate life-saving care.
- Protected patients from direct harm or infection risks by practicing universal precautions.
- Tracked nutrition and food intake and documented results in [System].
- Assisted individuals in dealing with stressful situations with emotional support and compassionate care.
- Protected patient data with secure records management system.
- Directed and conducted recruitment, hiring, and training of personnel.
- Improved care delivery by monitoring performance and optimizing strategies.
- Maintained knowledgeable and skilled staff, recruiting top candidates and overseeing continuous training initiatives.
- Stayed at forefront of medical and technical advances, evaluating options and integrating useful solutions.
- Achieved program goals by effectively motivating and supervising medical, technical and clerical staff.
- Met coverage demands by establishing work schedules and assigning specific jobs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Affiliated Home Health Care
West Allis, Wisconsin
12.2016 - 04.2016
- Transferred patients smoothly between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations.
- Supported registered nursing staff by carring out effective care plans.
- Monitored patients' conditions and promptly reported problems to nursing staff.
- Improved patient quality of life by assisting with daily living activities.
- Kept rooms clean and consistently set up to meet individual needs.
- Maintained safety standards with proper handling and disposal of biomedical waste.
- Kept patients clean and hydrated.
- Handled non-medical patient care activities, including laundry and meal assistance.
- Offered support, companionship, and stimulation through conversation and recreation.
- Documented care actions, vitals, and orders in [Software].
- Minimized infection risk to staff and patients, cleaning and sanitizing rooms, equipment and tools.
- Helped patients with limited mental and physical capacity handle daily living tasks such as feeding and grooming.
- Positioned or held patients in position for surgical preparations.
- Helped patients move safely with skilled mobility support.
- Kept patients comfortable with clean linens and well-stocked rooms.
- Enhanced patient physical recovery with emotional and social support.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Brookfield, WI04-2026
Cpr/first aid/ bls - Health Education
Blue Cross
Wauwautosa, Wi06-2025
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Waters of westmoreland
Waukesha04-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Dialysis Technician
Fresenius
Milwaukee, WISome College (No Degree) - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Condition monitoring
- Care plan implementation
- Patient lifting
- Family support and assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Complex problem-solving
- Intake recording
- Relationship building
- Admitting support
- Activity planning
- Strong communication
- Electronic charting
- Symptom documentation
- Supply restocking
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Team collaboration
- Health education
- Infection control
- Care plan development
- Healthcare technology
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient assessment
- Compassionate care
- Family education
- Injection administration
- Catheter care
- Patient needs assessment
- Wound care
Timeline
Nurse Extern
Lindengrove Waukesha
09.2025 - Current
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Holistic hospice and Home care
06.2023 - Current
CMT and Scheduler
Silver Spring Healthcare Center
05.2022 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Instead
04.2021 - 06.2021
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Dialysis
05.2020 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Senior Living
04.2018 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Affiliated Home Health Care
12.2016 - 04.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant Supervisor
Attentacare
01.2016 - 05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Cpr/first aid/ bls - Health Education
Blue Cross
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Waters of westmoreland
Some College (No Degree) - Dialysis Technician
Fresenius
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College