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Joseph Lowry

Corvallis

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Primetime Healthcare, adept at streamlining communication and enhancing patient care. Skilled in medical terminology and complex problem-solving, I excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring safety and comfort while advocating for patients' needs. Reliable team player committed to delivering exceptional healthcare.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Primetime Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Flexforce Medical Staffing
01.2018 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sierra View Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
  • Enhanced ER efficiency through proficient use of medical equipment like EKG machines, defibrillators, and vital sign monitors.

Wildland Firefighter

Keith Whitehead Reforestation
03.2015 - 01.2019
  • Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
  • Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
  • Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
  • Improved crew safety through diligent hazard assessment and risk management during incidents.
  • Maintained readiness for rapid response by ensuring timely completion of required training certifications and qualifications updates.

Education

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

The Lingenfelter Center
Kingman, AZ
12-2013

Kingman High School
Kingman, AZ
05-2013

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Compassionate
  • Medical terminology
  • Adaptable
  • Complex Problem-solving

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Primetime Healthcare
01.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sierra View Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Flexforce Medical Staffing
01.2018 - Current

Wildland Firefighter

Keith Whitehead Reforestation
03.2015 - 01.2019

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

The Lingenfelter Center

Kingman High School

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