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Lauren Reeve

TUCSON,AZ

Summary

Service-oriented and resourceful with in-depth clinical skills and assessment training. Support patient personal care and hygiene needs with diligent assistance. Organized in keeping supplies stocked and equipment sterilized for use. Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden. Expertise in providing empathetic care and maintaining dignity for patients.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Tucson Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
03.2020 - Current
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
Tucson, AZ
03.2019 - 09.2021
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Senior Teller

Vantage West Credit Union
Tucson
04.2016 - 12.2018
  • Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications and signing up for new services.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
  • Politely assisted over [Number] customers per day in fast and high-pressure environment.
  • Earned [Number] in sales referrals and participated in product sales campaigns.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ
01.2021 - Current

Skills

  • Supporting personal needs
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Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Pima Community College
01.2021 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Tucson Medical Center
03.2020 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
03.2019 - 09.2021

Senior Teller

Vantage West Credit Union
04.2016 - 12.2018
Lauren Reeve