Jennifer Perfater
Chicago,IL
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with strong skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork, ensuring smooth operations and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and focused on achieving results through compassionate patient interactions and effective communication. Prepared to contribute positively to healthcare teams and patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Select Medical
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences, fostering a supportive environment for recovery.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Rescue Resource/ OR Nursing Assistant
Sanford Medical Center
08.2022 - 10.2025
- Facilitated comprehensive nursing care and daily living support to enhance patient recovery in a Level I trauma center under RN guidance.
- Responded to Code Blue, Behavioral and Rapid Response situations to ensure patient safety with a multidisciplinary team
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices for patient interaction and safety procedures.
- Performed EKGs & BLS, administered post-accident urine and breath drug tests.
- Collected non-invasive biological specimens, recorded vital signs, and documented patient health information accurately.
- Assisted nursing staff across multiple hospital campuses and specialty units as needed.
- Prepared and sanitized treatment areas, cleaned equipment, and disposed of biomedical waste per protocols.
- Supported patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being through compassionate, high-quality care.
- Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily activities and promoting overall well-being.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting abnormalities to nursing staff promptly.
Lab Benchperson
American Crystal Sugar Factory
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Ran multiple analyses concurrently, monitored, and recorded results.
- Completed analyses for process control, sugar quality, and by-product analyses.
- Accurately reported results and entered lab-related data into the computer system.
Harm Reduction Advocate
Gladys Ray Shelter
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained a 24/7 accessible shelter during emergencies with a contingency plan.
- Facilitated efficient and effective shelter operation.
- Built relationships with guests, meeting basic and additional needs, demonstrating empathy.
- Coordinated guest check-in processes, provided essentials, assured access to emergency services.
- Completed intakes and maintained necessary records with confidentiality.
Foster Care Provider
State of Montana DPHHS
07.2017 - 12.2020
- Provided compassionate care and support to children in foster placements.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with social workers and families.
- Facilitated regular communication between foster children, biological families, and service providers.
- Monitored behavioral and emotional well-being of children, implementing strategies for improvement.
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
Client Service Coordinator
State of Montana
10.2012 - 05.2018
- Conducted eligibility interviews and completed documentation for various state programs including SNAP, Medicaid, and TANF.
- Managed intakes, scheduled appointments, and processed renewals.
- Hosted community events to spread awareness of program and services.
- Verified financial eligibility documents for services.
- Managed appointment scheduling, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely client interactions.
- Coordinated client communications to enhance satisfaction and streamline service delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Administration and Planning, Minor in Sociology
University of North Texas
Denton, TXSkills
- Data entry accuracy
- Direct patient care
- Basic life support
- Medical terminology
- Quality assurance
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Patient relations
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Medical equipment operation
- Care plan development
- Code Blue response
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Community Service & Volunteer Work
American Red Cross Disaster Services MT, Volunteer, MT, 2011-02, 2014-08, Served as a Disaster Action Team Member and Tribal Liaison for state of Montana. Engaged in Disaster Relief Operation 2011/2012 Montana floods and fires. Was awarded the Notorious Volunteer Leadership Award for outstanding merit.
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Select Medical
12.2025 - 03.2026
Rescue Resource/ OR Nursing Assistant
Sanford Medical Center
08.2022 - 10.2025
Lab Benchperson
American Crystal Sugar Factory
01.2022 - 08.2022
Harm Reduction Advocate
Gladys Ray Shelter
08.2021 - 12.2021
Foster Care Provider
State of Montana DPHHS
07.2017 - 12.2020
Client Service Coordinator
State of Montana
10.2012 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Administration and Planning, Minor in Sociology
University of North Texas