- Electronics and Circuit Building
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Designing and Printing 3D Models
- App Development
- Virtual Reality
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
- Robotics
Jessica Northan
Atkinson,NE
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with 9+ years of healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Aureus Medical Group
Omaha, NE
04.2018 - Current
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and promoting comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to ensure timely intervention by nursing staff.
- Assisted 18+ residents per shift with activities of daily living, ensuring comfort, dignity, and timely completion of care routines.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairfax Nursing Center
Fairfax, VA
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Instead Senior Care
Manassas, VA
09.2012 - 08.2017
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Participated in fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Seafood Associate
Wegmans Supermarket
Woodbridge, VA
07.2009 - 09.2012
- Trained team members on seafood handling and safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Managed inventory levels, coordinating stock replenishment to optimize product availability and freshness.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring seafood products met company standards for freshness and appearance.
- Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing shopping experience through expert knowledge of seafood offerings.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting product displays to maximize customer engagement and sales performance.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
Dumfries, VA
07.2006 - 08.2009
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and reduce stock discrepancies.
- Organized and restocked shelves efficiently, enhancing store presentation and customer experience.
- Collaborated with team members to implement effective merchandise placement strategies.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures for optimal performance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology
DeVry University
Naperville, IL06-2026
Certificate - Certified Nursing Program
America's School Of Nursing And Allied Health
Woodbridge, VA5 2012
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology
DeVry University
Naperville, IL06-2026
Skills
- Companionship and emotional support
- Conducting intakes
- Transporting patients
- Responding to emergencies
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Recording vital signs
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Documenting behaviors
- Patient-focused care
- Observing responses
Certification
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
LIcensed in:
- Colorado
- Illinois
- Iowa
- Kentucky
- Nebraska
- New Mexico
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Pennsylvania
- South Dakota
- Virginia
- West Virginia
Basic Life Support Certification
Interests
Timeline
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Aureus Medical Group
04.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairfax Nursing Center
04.2017 - 04.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Instead Senior Care
09.2012 - 08.2017
Seafood Associate
Wegmans Supermarket
07.2009 - 09.2012
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
07.2006 - 08.2009
Certificate - Certified Nursing Program
America's School Of Nursing And Allied Health
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology
DeVry University
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology
DeVry University