Hannah Schmidt
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
Mohrsville,PA
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant specializing in hospital-based patient mobility. Expertise in facilitating safe ambulation and transfers for joint replacement, open-heart, medical-surgical, and post-operative patients. Focused on delivering patient-centered care, ensuring safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance recovery and independence.
Work History
Mobility Team
6 Years 1 Month- Safe patient transfers
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Post- operative patient care
- Early mobilization
- Joint replacement recovery support
- Open- heart surgery patient mobility
- Medical - surgical patient mobility
- Collaboration with nurses and Doctors
- Following safety protocols
Certified Nursing Assistant
6 Years 11 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, maintaining strict adherence to protocols.
- Provided compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Educated patients and families on care plans, fostering collaboration in treatment processes.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
4 Years 9 Months- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Waitress
3 Years 10 Months- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries and concerns.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order delivery.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency during peak hours.
- Trained new team members on best practices for service and menu knowledge.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
- Resolved conflicts and complaints professionally, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Crew Member
4 Years 5 Months- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, ensuring satisfaction with each interaction.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Operated coffee and food preparation equipment efficiently while adhering to safety and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
- Trained new crew members on company protocols and best practices, fostering teamwork and performance consistency.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
Education
Certificate Biblical Studies - Foundation in Ministry
Skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Patient communication
Problem-solving
Mobility assistance
Patient Safety
Patient Satisfaction
Attention to detail
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Mobility Team
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
09.2020 - CurrentRead More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
11.2019 - CurrentRead More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genesis Healthcare Laurel Center
12.2014 - 09.2019Read More
Waitress
Cracker Barrel Restaurant
01.2012 - 11.2015Read More
Crew Member
Dunkin' Donuts
03.2010 - 08.2014Read More
Massillon Baptist College
Certificate Biblical Studies from Foundation in Ministry
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2022 Nurse Excellence Award in Patient Safety
I was Nominated by my Manger for Nurses week in 2022 for Excellence in Patient Safety.