Jenna Ransom
Decatur,AL
Summary
A recent graduate with a certification in Licensed Practical Nursing, and a passion for helping others in times of need. Past and current schooling, as well as 4 years of on the job experience has equipped a foundation in medication administration, meeting patient needs, providing compassion, and critical thinking. Kind-hearted team player eager to adapt and expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Assistant
Country Cottage
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions, and hair care.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash, and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Administered prescribed medications to residents according to schedule.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and Muscular Dystrophy.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Elderly Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL12.2024
Skills
- Patient Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Ambulation Assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Medication Management
- Dressing assistance
- Professional Bedside Manner
- First aid and safety
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - obtained May 2024
Additional Information
Participated in a Health Science Internship in my senior year of high school (2019).
Timeline
Resident Assistant
Country Cottage
05.2022 - 08.2023
Elderly Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
10.2020 - 01.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Calhoun Community College
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