Lauren Bell
Rochester,MN
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable healthcare professional with extensive experience at Mayo Clinic Health System. Proven ability in direct patient care and conflict resolution, enhancing patient comfort and satisfaction. Skilled in educating patients and families, while fostering cross-functional teamwork to achieve optimal health outcomes. Committed to delivering high-quality care with a focus on individual needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA/CNA- MB9DE Neurosurgical
Mayo Clinic Health System
Rochester, MINNESOTA
07.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during recovery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure effective patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on care routines and health maintenance.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Stripped and monitored output from post-surgical drains.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Medication Passer/ Trainer
Laurels Edge Assisted Living
Mankato, MN
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Provided wound care for clients as directed by nurse.
- Assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked the patient's vitals, such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Reordered medication to maintain an adequate supply.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following the medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Trained new staff on policies and procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Lutheran Home Association-Hope Residence
Belle Plaine, MN
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives while following dietary plans.
- Delivered high-quality care to residents with diagnoses such as Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Autism.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs, weight, and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range-of-motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms, appointments, or testing locations.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted residents with daily hygiene, including showers, peri-care, oral hygiene, and incontinence care.
Nursing Aide
B-Homecare
Honolulu, HI
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Developed rapport to create a safe and trusting environment for care.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Motor Transport Operator
United States Marine Corps
Honolulu, HI
12.2015 - 12.2015
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers, and changed the configuration of equipment.
- Managed loading, unloading and safety of all personnel, cargo and equipment.
- Inspected vehicles and completed daily maintenance actions.
- Reported defects, damage and accidents to proper personnel.
- Checked the shipping papers to determine the nature of the load, and checked for the presence of hazardous materials.
- Inspected the vehicle before and after trips, and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions, and address issues.
- Remained current with training, and sought new training opportunities to further personal growth.
- Displayed an exemplary personal and professional appearance.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Assessed performance of individual Marines within the squad.
- Provided guidance to subordinate personnel on tactical operations and training.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN12-2025
Nursing
Minnesota State University- Mankato
Mankato, MN12.2022
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Conflict resolution
- Safety awareness
- End-of-life care
- Adaptable
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Coaching and mentoring
- Cross-functional teamwork
Timeline
PCA/CNA- MB9DE Neurosurgical
Mayo Clinic Health System
07.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Medication Passer/ Trainer
Laurels Edge Assisted Living
02.2022 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Lutheran Home Association-Hope Residence
02.2021 - 02.2022
Nursing Aide
B-Homecare
12.2019 - 02.2021
Motor Transport Operator
United States Marine Corps
12.2015 - 12.2015
Associate Degree - Nursing
Rochester Community And Technical College
Nursing
Minnesota State University- Mankato
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