Jasna Mehmedovic
Waukee,IA
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
MercyOne West Lakes
West Des Moines, IA
06.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Student Nurse-Preceptorship
Mercyone West Lakes
West Des Moines, IA
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments under the supervision of a nurse.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Laboratory Assistant
MercyOne Medical Center - West Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA
02.2017 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and improve specimen collection processes.
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
- Participated in continuing education to stay current with phlebotomy practices.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
Student Nurse
Mary Greeley Hospital
Ames, IA
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments under the supervision of a nurse.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Assisted with mobility, including transferring patients using appropriate lifting techniques.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines12-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA05-2009
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessment and care
- Professional bedside manner
- CPR certification
- Performing ekgs
- Postpartum care
- Vaccine administration
Accomplishments
- MercyOne ROSE Award for extraordinary care and compassion
- Academic Honors, Dean's list- GPA 3.7
Certification
- Basic Life Support- American Heart Association- Issued 10/2024
- HIPPA Hospital Nurses 2.0- CastleBranch- Issued 01/2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Nurse-Preceptorship
Mercyone West Lakes
09.2024 - 10.2024
Student Nurse
Mary Greeley Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
Patient Care Technician
MercyOne West Lakes
06.2023 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
MercyOne Medical Center - West Des Moines
02.2017 - 10.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Kaplan University