Jessica Peterson
Plainfield,IL
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
District Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunbelt Staffing / East Aurora School District 131
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Certified nursing assistant
The Timbers of Shorewood
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Took care of residents that were covid positive ensuring the safety of myself and others were taken care of
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high- quality support to meet needs
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lakewood Nursing and Rehab
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Specialized in Covid-19 wing
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high- quality support to meet needs
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Activities Aide
Bria of Geneva
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Specialized in Memory unit
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high- quality support to meet needs
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Envana Healthcare Services Inc
Naperville02.2021
Plainfield East High School
Plainfield, IL05.2019
Skills
- Vital Signs Collection
- Mobility Assistance
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Caregiver Relations
- Activities of Daily Living ADL
- Observation Documentation
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Feeding Assistance
- Emotional and Social Support
- Family Support and Assistance
- Infection Control Procedures
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
Certified nursing assistant
BLS certified
Timeline
District Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunbelt Staffing / East Aurora School District 131
02.2022 - 06.2023
Certified nursing assistant
The Timbers of Shorewood
10.2021 - 02.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lakewood Nursing and Rehab
04.2021 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Activities Aide
Bria of Geneva
12.2020 - 04.2021
Plainfield East High School
Certified Nursing Assistant
Envana Healthcare Services Inc