Jacie Ohlman
Gibbon,NE
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Medication Aide with extensive experience in healthcare settings, including state nursing facilities and home care. Recognized for exceptional time-management skills and a compassionate bedside manner, ensuring high-quality patient care. Proficient in mobility assistance, patient hygiene, and medication administration, with a strong focus on enhancing the quality of life for children with Down syndrome through personalized support and engaging activities. Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork abilities to foster optimal patient comfort.
**will be moving to Wallace Nebraska in the middle of the year (2025)**
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Nebraska Veterans Home
Kearney, NE
05.2019 - Current
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Certified Medication Aide
Central Nebraska Veterans Home
Kearney, NE
05.2019 - Current
- Verified patient information and documented medication administration accurately in patient charts.
- Initiated oxygen and administered life-saving drugs in emergency situations.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
- Administered scheduled drugs under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
- Responded promptly to changes in patient condition or needs that require alteration in medication therapy.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Prepared and administered oral, topical, and injectable medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.
In Home Health Care Provider
State Of Nebraska - Department Of Health And Human Services
Heartwell, NE
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided assistance to disabled persons in accordance with their individual needs.
- Created a supportive environment for individuals with Down syndrome via dedicated companionship.
- Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - (Some college) (no degree)
Central Community College Kearney NE
Kearney, NESkills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Wound care assistant
- Chart documentation
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- Patient-focused care
- End-of-life care
- Basic life support
- Health assessment
- HIPAA compliance
- Trustworthy companion
- Compassionate care
- Teamwork
- Behavioral support
Affiliations
- Caring for others
- Volunteer work
- Knowledgeable with horses and dogs
- Helping around the Farm
- Photography
Certification
- CPR license
- BLS Certification
- Medication aide
- Nursing Assistant
Timeline
In Home Health Care Provider
State Of Nebraska - Department Of Health And Human Services
12.2023 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Nebraska Veterans Home
05.2019 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Central Nebraska Veterans Home
05.2019 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - (Some college) (no degree)
Central Community College Kearney NE
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