Hannah Dorries
Pocahontas,Illinois
Summary
Current nurse extern 1 looking to continue in the workforce to gain real-world experience and expand on nursing skills. Ability to complete tasks on time in both individual and team settings. Dependable and reliable, ready to learn and grow with your company. Motivated professional with extensive experience providing quality patient care in a variety of healthcare settings. Demonstrated ability to quickly assess patient needs. Adept at using electronic health records (EHR) to document patient data, maintain medical records and track treatment progress. Committed to evidence-based practice and continuing education to stay abreast of developments in the healthcare field.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern 1
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during difficult times, promoting emotional well-being and recovery.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Effectively managed time and resources to provide optimal patient care during high-volume shifts, ensuring timely provision of necessary interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
PARAPROFESSIONAL
Bond County KRP
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Demonstrated patience, compassion, and empathy in various situations
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, promoting positive attitude toward learning
- Provided positive and nurturing support while attending to students' physical, personal, and emotional needs
- Developed positive relationships with students through encouragement, guidance, and reinforcement of appropriate behaviors
- Worked one-on-one with students to reinforce learning of materials
- Communicated student progress and concerns to teacher
- Led small group and individual instructional sessions
- Supervised students on school grounds and on field trips
- Provided classroom support to teachers, including organizing materials, grading papers, and preparing instructional activities
- Provided behavior management strategies in order to create an environment conducive to learning for all students
- Collaborated with other paraprofessionals and professionals within the school district on best practices for working with special needs children
- Utilized effective communication skills to collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents and staff
- Demonstrated a thorough understanding of accommodations necessary for students with disabilities
- Promoted positive learning environment, making learning fun and helping children feel safe
- Facilitated social skill development activities during lunchroom and recess periods as well as within the classroom setting
- Assisted in the delivery of instruction according to IEPs or 504 Plans by providing one-on-one or small group assistance as needed
- Directed students entering and exiting school buses to prevent injuries and accidents
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs
- Maintained an organized system for tracking student data and progress towards goals
- Attended meetings and in-service presentations to acquire information relative to job functions
- Devised special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based upon understanding of individual students and needs
- Ensured compliance with district policies related to special education services
- Implemented behavioral plans designed by IEP team
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and provide feedback to stakeholders
- Provided one-on-one assistance to struggling students when needed
- Helped teachers manage student behavior in the classroom through positive reinforcement techniques such as praise and rewards
- Collaborated with the lead teacher to assess student progress and develop individualized learning plans accordingly
- Assisted lead teachers in developing and implementing daily lesson plans for students
- Supported teachers by organizing materials needed for instruction such as books and art supplies
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibited, equipment and demonstrations
- Observed students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress
- Requisitioned and stocked teaching materials and supplies
RESTAURANT HOSTESS
Ruby Tuesdays
09.2013 - 02.2014
- Supported servers and bussers through high-volume shifts with food running and table clearing
- Greeted customers promptly and courteously upon their arrival to the restaurant
- Monitored restaurant activity to determine seating and dining flow
- Helped bus tables and ran food to patrons during high-volume periods
- Managed the seating chart efficiently by rotating tables as needed during busy periods
- Greeted patrons and coordinated table assignments to meet party preferences and requests
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up dining areas, restocking supplies, checking restrooms for cleanliness
- Presented positive first impression of establishment's high standards by delivering exceptional service
- Provided accurate wait time estimates to customers based on current occupancy levels
- Answered phone calls to take reservations and address guest questions and concerns
- Ensured that all areas of the restaurant were clean, sanitized, and organized throughout shifts
- Monitored cleanliness of common areas and dining rooms to maintain neat and welcoming establishment
- Followed safety procedures including proper food handling techniques in order to prevent cross-contamination or other health hazards
- Processed phone and online orders, keeping food hot and fresh until picked up
- Closed out podium at end of shift and maintained order and organization
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
St. Anthony's Hospital
07.2012 - 12.2012
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and blood pressure
- Performed hourly rounds and responded promptly to call lights
- Utilized computer systems for charting patient data
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations when dealing with confidential information
- Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and grooming, supporting activities of daily living
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
- Responded promptly to emergency situations using established protocols
- Assisted with patient transfers to and from wheelchairs, beds, and exam tables
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control related to hand washing and universal precautions
- Fostered mobility with regular turning, positioning, and ambulating of patients
- Demonstrated knowledge of universal precautions and infection control protocols when handling specimens and disposing of contaminated materials
- Maintained chart and filed paperwork, facilitating clerical functions
- Interacted professionally with all departments within the facility
- Obtained or assisted in specimen collection for diagnostic or waived tests
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability
- Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs
- Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, and sputum
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients
- Recorded height and weight of patients
- Supplied, collected and emptied bedpans
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Highland Health Care Center
02.2011 - 07.2012
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding
- Provided quality care to elderly patients in a long-term care facility setting
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines
- Utilized safe lifting techniques to transfer patients from bed to wheelchair or other mobility devices
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients
- Exhibited compassionate attitude towards all patients regardless of age or disability level
- Ensured cleanliness of resident rooms at all times through regular housekeeping duties
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs
- Encouraged patient participation in activities designed for their physical and mental health improvement
- Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output
- Turned bedridden patients to avoid bedsores
- Kept patient information confidential to protect organization's value
- Prepared and served food trays
- Recorded height and weight of patients
- Supplied, collected and emptied bedpans
- Reviewed patient dietary restrictions and food allergies to verify appropriate diet
- Utilized wheelchairs and moveable beds to transport patients to treatment units and operating rooms
- Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, and sputum
WAIT STAFF MEMBER
Kahuna's Restaurant
08.2010 - 02.2011
- Regularly checked on customers' satisfaction during meal service, addressing any issues or concerns quickly
- Efficiently handled multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast paced environment
- Provided table-side service of food and beverages in an efficient manner
- Restocked condiments such as sugar packets, salt shakers, napkins, as needed
- Followed proper sanitation procedures when cleaning tables, chairs and floors throughout shift
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by anticipating guest needs and responding quickly to requests
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure a pleasant dining experience for all guests
- Greeted guests warmly and promptly, taking beverage orders promptly and courteously
- Managed cash register operations accurately and efficiently for all transactions
- Replenished drinks as requested by customers throughout their meal
- Accurately inputted orders into POS system ensuring accuracy for both kitchen staff and customers
- Processed payments and completed register transactions accurately
- Assisted with training of new staff members
Education
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - NURSING CANDIDATE
Kaskaskia College
05.2025
CERTIFICATION IN PHARMACY TECH -
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA07.2014
CERTIFICATION IN PHELBOTOMIST TECH -
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA10.2013
CERTIFICATION IN CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT -
Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL12.2010
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Bond County Community Unit #2
Greenville, IL05.2010
Skills
- Patient Care Clinical Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Medical Terminology
- Infection Control
- CPR and First Aid
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Team collaboration
- Decision Making
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Electronic Charting
Additional Information
Currently part of AHEC Scholars Program, Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society, and Phi Theta Kappa through Kaskaskia College.
References
- Laura Kapp, Teacher Co Worker, (618) 558-0856, lkapp84@gmail.com
- Tessa Opfer, Nursing Instructor, (618) 545-3334, TOpfer@kaskaskia.edu
- Kayla Shaw, Paraprofessional Co Worker, (618) 767-8723, Hambykayla7@gmail.com
Affiliations
- Phi Theta Kappa
Timeline
Nurse Extern 1
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital
03.2024 - Current
PARAPROFESSIONAL
Bond County KRP
11.2021 - 02.2023
RESTAURANT HOSTESS
Ruby Tuesdays
09.2013 - 02.2014
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
St. Anthony's Hospital
07.2012 - 12.2012
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Highland Health Care Center
02.2011 - 07.2012
WAIT STAFF MEMBER
Kahuna's Restaurant
08.2010 - 02.2011
CERTIFICATION IN PHARMACY TECH -
Norfolk State University
CERTIFICATION IN PHELBOTOMIST TECH -
Norfolk State University
CERTIFICATION IN CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT -
Kaskaskia College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Bond County Community Unit #2
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - NURSING CANDIDATE
Kaskaskia College
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