Gwendolyn Weiss
Palmer,AK
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 4 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills. Looking to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. Currently living in Alaska, and moving to Colorado in July 2024.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Provider
Rising Star Child Care
Wasilla, AK
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Springs Assisted Living
Palmer, AK
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Managed over 50 customer calls per day.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Alaska Regional Hospital
Anchorage, AK
04.2020 - 09.2022
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Managed over 50 customer calls per day.
Mother Baby Unit PCT
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
- Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
- Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants with proper latching demonstrations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed over 50 customer calls per day.
Medical Assistant
Alaska Facial Plastic Surgery And ENT
Wasilla, AK
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Medical Assistant
Atlas Medical Care
Wasilla, AK
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Matsu Regional Hospital
Palmerton, Alaska
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palmer High School
Palmer, AK05.2019
Skills
- Advanced Anatomy Knowledge
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Assisting with Physical Exams
- Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)
- Proper Sterilization Techniques
- EMR Systems
- Phlebotomy, and laboratory testing
- Proficient With EKG Testing
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Affiliations
- Volunteering as a No one dies alone advocate
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Matsu Regional Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Alaska Facial Plastic Surgery And ENT
05.2023 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant
Atlas Medical Care
07.2022 - Current
Mother Baby Unit PCT
Providence Alaska Medical Center
08.2021 - 07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Springs Assisted Living
04.2020 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Alaska Regional Hospital
04.2020 - 09.2022
Childcare Provider
Rising Star Child Care
01.2020 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Palmer High School
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
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