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Jennifer Elkins

Millinocket,ME

Summary

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

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

AB Staffing
08.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.

CNA/Podiatry Assistant/Chiropractic Assistant/Optometric Technician

Katahdin Valley Health Care
10.2021 - 08.2023
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.

CNA/ER Technician/OR Scheduler

Millinocket Regional Hospital
10.2012 - 06.2021
  • 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.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Schenck High School
East Millinocket, Maine
06.1992

Skills

  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Electronic Charting
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Transporting Patients
  • Observing Responses
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Lifting
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Condition Monitoring
  • Patient Assessments
  • Collecting Vital Signs
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Maintaining Privacy
  • Compassionate
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Valid Maine Driver's License
  • Compassionate Caregiver
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Feeding Assistance Expert
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • EMR / EHR
  • Outpatient Care
  • Inpatient Care
  • Companionship and Emotional Support

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

CNA

AB Staffing
08.2023 - Current

CNA/Podiatry Assistant/Chiropractic Assistant/Optometric Technician

Katahdin Valley Health Care
10.2021 - 08.2023

CNA/ER Technician/OR Scheduler

Millinocket Regional Hospital
10.2012 - 06.2021

High School Diploma -

Schenck High School

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