Ingrid Salvesen
Fergus Falls,MN
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Barrett Care Center
Barrett, MN
11.2023 - Current
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lake Region Healthcare
Fergus Falls, MN
04.2023 - Current
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
Certified Medication Aide
Beehive Homes Assisted Living
Mount Horeb, WI
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the medication preparation area.
- Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.
- Received supply of ordered medications to apportion, mix or assemble drugs for administration to patient.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
- Educated patients on medication purposes, dosages, and potential side effects.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Home Health Aide
Christian Servants Home Care
Mount Horeb, WI
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Entertained, conversed with or read aloud to patients to maintain mental health and alertness.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Instructed family members regarding proper home care techniques and infection control procedures.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Missionary
Youth With a Mission
Meeteetse, WY
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Trained others in evangelism techniques using various methods such as one-on-one conversations, public speaking engagements, and online platforms.
- Developed lesson plans in accordance with curricula and core church beliefs.
- Transported food, water and other items to serve residents in remote areas.
- Coordinated with other missionaries to carry out on-site work.
- Provided pastoral care services such as counseling and mentoring to individuals in need.
- Attended missionary trips to various areas to help natives learn about religion and complete charity work.
- Prepared sermons for Sunday services based on scripture readings from the Bible.
- Visited with housebound individuals to offer physical assistance, social interaction and emotional support.
- Met and built relationships with local leaders to boost integration in community and goal achievement.
- Supported people going through difficult times by offering counseling, supplies and housing.
Veterinary Assistant
Cooperstown Veterinary Clinic
Cooperstown, ND
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Documented and tracked treatment activities.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Administered immunizations, blood plasma and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Attended regular continuing education courses related to veterinary medicine.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
Education
Nursing
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Fergus Falls, MN05-2025
Biological Sciences
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Fergus Falls, MN05-2021
Skills
- Infection control procedures
- Vital sign recording
- Documenting behaviors
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Geriatric care
- Ambulation assistance
- Healthcare ethics
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Quick problem solver
- Bedside manner
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Condition monitoring
- Supporting personal needs
Affiliations
- Co-chair of the Nursing Organization
- Member of the Student Government organization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Barrett Care Center
11.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lake Region Healthcare
04.2023 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Beehive Homes Assisted Living
11.2022 - 04.2023
Home Health Aide
Christian Servants Home Care
04.2022 - 11.2022
Missionary
Youth With a Mission
08.2021 - 02.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Cooperstown Veterinary Clinic
08.2020 - 08.2021
Nursing
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Biological Sciences
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
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