Jessie N. Harris
LEXINGTON,Kentucky
Summary
Proven Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at University Of Kentucky Healthcare, demonstrating exceptional patient care and relationship building. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and promoting patient dignity through personalized care. A reliable team player known for compassionate service, significantly enhancing patient recovery and comfort.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant, Pool
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
Certified Nursing Assistant, ICU
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
10.2018 - 04.2024
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant, Newborn Nursery/Postpartum
CHI Women's Hospital
08.2012 - 10.2018
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Newborn hearing screener
- Contributed to a nurturing home environment by modeling patience, empathy, respectfulness towards each family member involved in the newborn''s life.
- Supported breastfeeding mothers by providing guidance on proper latching techniques, positioning, and milk supply management.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing,ADN
Midway University
Midway,KYSkills
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Patient relationship building
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Clinical Nursing Excellence Award, 2020 and 2021
Nursing excellence award recognizes a nursing services member who goes above and beyond, who demonstrates excellence in their role and functions as an integral member of the team.
Unit Based Council, Vice President, 2020-2024
- Facilitated collaboration between clinical staff, management, and interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care outcomes.
- Actively participated in leadership meetings, contributing insights to develop unit-based goals aligned with hospital-wide initiatives.
- Led or participated in workgroups focused on specific patient care initiatives or quality improvement projects.
- Contributed to the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives, resulting in improved patient satisfaction and care delivery.
- Participated in root cause analysis for safety events and assisted in developing action plans to reduce future risks.
- Collaborated in the analysis of patient data and feedback to implement evidence-based practices.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant, Pool
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant, ICU
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
10.2018 - 04.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant, Newborn Nursery/Postpartum
CHI Women's Hospital
08.2012 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing,ADN
Midway University