Kalie Alessio
Westerly,RI
Summary
Graduate Nurse with Nursing Associates Degree from CCRI. Applies nursing process and performs delegated functions under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse. Collaborates with patient and family to offer evidence-based nursing care and coordinates care delivery with members of interdisciplinary team. Proven Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience adept in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Demonstrates a compassionate approach and medical terminology knowledge, significantly enhancing patient comfort and safety. Skilled in direct patient care and emergency response, consistently delivering high-quality healthcare outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurses Aide
Yale New Haven Health Westerly Hospital
Westerly, RI
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to deliver care.
- 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.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nurses Aide
Apple Rehab Watch Hill
Westerly, RI
11.2007 - 06.2021
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, and respirations.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Cared for residents in skilled nursing facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Care Giver
Westerly, RI
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Cared for a patient with Rett Syndrome in her home under the supervision of her mother,
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patient with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patient, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patient achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transport to therapy and other medical appointments
- Assisted with safe medication administration and feedings through a G-Tube.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pendleton Health And Rehabilitation
Mystic, CT
10.2012 - 09.2015
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in skilled nursing facility.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairview
Groton, CT
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in skilled nursing facility
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
Newport, RI05.2024
High School Diploma -
Westerly High School
Westerly, RI06.2006
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Compassionate
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- End of life care
- Responding to emergencies
Timeline
Certified Nurses Aide
Yale New Haven Health Westerly Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Care Giver
09.2016 - 03.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pendleton Health And Rehabilitation
10.2012 - 09.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairview
09.2010 - 10.2012
Certified Nurses Aide
Apple Rehab Watch Hill
11.2007 - 06.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
High School Diploma -
Westerly High School