Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
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Heather Monroe

Sturbridge,MA

Summary

Dedicated, motivated, and passionate new grad nurse with a BSN seeking a challenging and rewarding position with this hospital. I have a strong academic and clinical background as well as experience being a PCA. This background has given me the skills to be able to excel in the nursing field. I am excited to be able to contribute my knowledge and teamwork values to this hospital.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PCA

UMASS Harrington
Southbridge, Massachusetts
12.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, O2 stat, and respirations, for clients under medical care. Also, reported results to staff nurse to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
  • Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction and physical support by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting, and exercising.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Clinical Nursing Student

Non Paid
Worcester, Massachusetts
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
  • Assisted in the development of patient care plans, including assessments and interventions.
  • Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.
  • Performed daily clinical rounds with nurse and clinical instructor to review patient status and plan for further treatment.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to the supervising nurse.
  • Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output.
  • Assessed physical condition of patients by taking vital signs, checking skin color and condition, listening for abnormal breath sounds.
  • Observed and communicated changes in the patient's condition to the registered nurse, such as monitoring behaviors and updating the nurse with concerns.
  • Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs, including transferring patients using appropriate lifting techniques.
  • Carried out assigned tasks from nurses in a timely manner.
  • Documented all information related to patient care in medical records accurately.
  • Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient. Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times while providing care.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, such as wound dressing changes, and medication administration, such as administering oral, IV, and intra-muscular medications, and monitoring patient reactions.
  • Maintained accurate records of all treatments and medications administered during the shift.
  • Observed post-operative patients for complications and assessed their response to treatment regimens.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
  • Implemented infection control measures according to hospital policies and procedures, including hand hygiene and proper disposal of sharps.
  • Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
  • Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
  • Assisted with the setup and operation of medical equipment, such as EKG machines and patient monitors.
  • Performed glucose testing and administered insulin under supervision.
  • Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
  • Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA
05-2025

Skills

  • Compassionate Care
  • Emotional Support
  • Dementia Care
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Basic nursing care
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Mobility Assistance
  • ADL support
  • Patient positioning understanding
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Catheter Care
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Clinical Training

Affiliations

  • Mother to an elementary age child
  • Bible study teacher
  • Church choir

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Presidential achievement award for school

Certification

  • BLS
  • CPR
  • ARE's

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

PCA

UMASS Harrington
12.2023 - Current

Clinical Nursing Student

Non Paid
08.2023 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Anna Maria College

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