Johanna Elder
Bay City
Summary
Empathetic healthcare professional skilled in communication and teamwork. Proven ability to assist terminally ill patients while maintaining a safe environment, enhancing patient safety and dignity during their journey.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
12
12
Certifications
Work History
CNA
Brian's House
Bay City
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patient comfort.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records system.
- Developed relationships with patients that promoted trust, compassion and dignity throughout hospice journey.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
- Helped prepare the patient through the post-death process.
- Helped funeral facilities with the preparation and transferring of the deceased.
Nursing Mentee
McLaren Bay Region Hospital
Bay City
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for residents and staff.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Book Seller Holiday Worker
Barnes & Noble
Bay City
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted customers in selecting books and providing recommendations.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays and ensured stock availability.
- Processed sales transactions efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
- Performed inventory management duties such as stocking shelves, rotating stock, and tracking shipments.
- Handled credit cards and cash to accurately process payments at point of sale.
Lifeguard
Delta College community pool
Bay City
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Monitored pool activities to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
- Provided first aid and emergency response during incidents or injuries.
- Assisted in organizing swim classes and community events at the pool.
- Maintained cleanliness of the pool area, including decks and restrooms.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance overall pool operations and safety measures.
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI06-2029
High School Diploma -
Bay City Central High School
Bay City, MI06-2025
Health Technology
Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center
Bay City, MI05-2025
Nursing Assistant Program
Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center
Bay City, MI06-2024
Skills
- Vital signs
- Communication skills
- Restraint alternatives
- Infection control
- Personal care skills
- Patient transfers
- Teamwork skills
- Wheelchair safety
- Career Prepped
- Portfolio
- Mechanical lift safety and usage
- Meal preparation and feeding
- Google Docs
- Patient safety
- Medical math/conversions
- Google Slides
- Environmental safety
- Care plan interpretation
- Google Drive
- Critical thinking skills
- Repositioning and moving techniques
- Public speaking skills
Certification
Nursing Assistant Certificate
Accomplishments
Bay City Central High School Volleyball 2021-2024
Timeline
Book Seller Holiday Worker
Barnes & Noble
11.2024 - 12.2024
Nursing Mentee
McLaren Bay Region Hospital
09.2024 - 05.2025
CNA
Brian's House
06.2024 - 08.2025
Lifeguard
Delta College community pool
06.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
High School Diploma -
Bay City Central High School
Health Technology
Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center
Nursing Assistant Program
Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center