Jennifer Chronister
Dover,United States
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with a long work history in the medical field. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations. Highly ambitious with a strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am career-focused with a desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
Wellspan Health- York Hospital
York, PA
02.2020 - Current
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Helped nursing staff provide quality, competent patient care for diverse emergencies.
- Worked alongside doctors and nurses to provide supplies, instruments and equipment for procedures.
- Restocked supplies kept in patient rooms to maintain optimal levels.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Brethren Home Community
New Oxford, PA
08.2010 - 02.2020
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gettysburg Center
Gettysburg, PA
04.2000 - 06.2010
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dover Area High School
Dover, PA06.1999
Skills
- Educating patients
- CPR
- Taking and tracking vital signs
- Basic life support certified
- Medical terminology
- Phlebotomy
- Cleaning and suturing wounds
- Medical sample collection
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification
- Applying orthopedic splints
- Replenishing supplies
- Sanitizing procedures
- First Aid/CPR
- EKG interpretation and monitoring
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Basic Life Support Certification
Timeline
Emergency Room Technician
Wellspan Health- York Hospital
02.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Brethren Home Community
08.2010 - 02.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gettysburg Center
04.2000 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Dover Area High School