Hannah Simmons
EASLEY,SC
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with expertise in patient advocacy, safety protocols, and HIPAA regulations. Committed to delivering compassionate care while ensuring patient dignity and safety in fast-paced environments. Enjoy making connections and making a difference among patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prisma Health
Seneca, SC
01.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely medical interventions.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve treatment plans.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient assistance and facility protocols, promoting team efficiency.
- Implemented infection control measures that contributed to improved patient outcomes and safety standards.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fleetwood Post Acute
Easley, SC
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and well-being.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- 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.
Pharmacy Technician
Ingles Markets Inc
Clemson, SC
05.2018 - 2020
- Maintained inventory levels, ensuring availability of pharmaceutical supplies.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications accurately.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
Education
License of Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC08-2026
Skills
- Safety protocols
- Medical terminology
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Bedside manner
- HIPAA regulations
- Infection control procedures
- Calm and level-headed under duress
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prisma Health
01.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fleetwood Post Acute
08.2020 - 12.2021
Pharmacy Technician
Ingles Markets Inc
05.2018 - 2020
License of Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College