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Justin Shaw

Newcastle,WY

Summary

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Sanford Health, excelling in patient-focused care and recording vital signs. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through effective communication and proactive measures, significantly reducing fall incidents. Skilled in electronic charting and committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Experienced with patient care, medical support, and maintaining health records. Utilizes effective communication and empathy to support patient wellbeing. Knowledge of basic medical procedures and safety protocols, ensuring clean and safe environment.

Healthcare professional with strong foundation in patient care and medical support. Adept at handling patient needs, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring clean and safe environment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to achieving positive patient outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Weston County Health Services
04.2025 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • 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.

Surface Mine Rescue Technician

Thunder Basin Coal
05.2022 - 05.2025
  • Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by adhering to strict safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards or concerns promptly.
  • Maintained accurate records of all rescue-related activities for accountability and continuous improvement purposes.
  • Optimized rescue operations with effective communication and coordination among team members.
  • Expedited incident stabilization through efficient extrication techniques and patient care procedures.
  • Provided Emergency Medical Treatment and services to mine employees, contractors and the general public

Heavy Equipment Operator

Thunder Basin Coal
05.2022 - 05.2025
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
  • Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
  • Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.

Correctional Officer

Wyoming Department of Corrections
03.2020 - 05.2022
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.

Restoration Technician

Steamatic of Red River Valley
03.2018 - 03.2020
  • Performed thorough inspections to accurately assess property damage and determine appropriate restoration methods.
  • Sprayed and fogged upholstery, carpets and accessories with conditioners, protectors, deodorizers and disinfectants.
  • Cleaned and restored interiors of homes damaged by fire, water or smoke, using commercial cleaning equipment such as [Type] and [Type].
  • Maneuvered heavy-duty equipment to carry out moisture surveys and drying techniques.

Sterile Processing Technician

Essentia Health
03.2018 - 06.2018
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
  • Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
  • Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
  • Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.

Sterile Processing Technician

Sanford Health
03.2016 - 03.2018
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues with autoclaves or other sterilization equipment.
  • Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sanford Health
09.2014 - 03.2016
  • 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.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed specialty cares suctioning tracheostomy patients.

Education

Associate of Science - Pre-nursing

Casper College
Casper, WY
05-2027

GED -

Wyoming Challenge
Guernsey, WY
06-2010

Skills

  • Patient feeding
  • Patient care
  • Basic life support
  • Direct patient care
  • Recording vital signs
  • Patient-focused care
  • Electronic charting
  • Patient assessments
  • Medical terminology

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Weston County Health Services
04.2025 - Current

Surface Mine Rescue Technician

Thunder Basin Coal
05.2022 - 05.2025

Heavy Equipment Operator

Thunder Basin Coal
05.2022 - 05.2025

Correctional Officer

Wyoming Department of Corrections
03.2020 - 05.2022

Restoration Technician

Steamatic of Red River Valley
03.2018 - 03.2020

Sterile Processing Technician

Essentia Health
03.2018 - 06.2018

Sterile Processing Technician

Sanford Health
03.2016 - 03.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sanford Health
09.2014 - 03.2016

Associate of Science - Pre-nursing

Casper College

GED -

Wyoming Challenge

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