Janet Strassburg
Hibbing,MN
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Essentia Health
, Virginia
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Majestic Pines Assisted Living
Manor Care Health Services
Grand Rapids, MN
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping and picked up other necessities.
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Oak Hills Assisted
10.2015 - 04.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Essentia Health
09.2012 - 12.2015
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
PCA Personal Care Assistant
10.2013 - 11.2014
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Eumen
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Associate - AA
Itasca Community College
CNA
Covenant Life College
Skills
- Assessments
- Nursing assistant skills — Proficient
- June 2022
- Providing nursing aid to patients using knowledge of relevant equipment and procedures
- Full results: Proficient
- Home health aide skills — Familiar
- Providing care to patients in a home setting
- Recording Vital Signs
- Conducting Intakes
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Patient Management
Timeline
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Essentia Health
10.2020 - 06.2022
Majestic Pines Assisted Living
Manor Care Health Services
09.2018 - 09.2019
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Oak Hills Assisted
10.2015 - 04.2017
PCA Personal Care Assistant
10.2013 - 11.2014
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Eumen
01.2013 - 06.2014
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Essentia Health
09.2012 - 12.2015
Associate - AA
Itasca Community College
CNA
Covenant Life College
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of four in the development of caring for others needs
- Helped patients to be able to feel good about themselves and connected to resources
- Learned the value of compassion
Certification
CPR Certification
CNA
First Aid Certification
State Tested Nursing Assistant
BLS Certification
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