Leah Chatell
Tecumseh,United States
Summary
Compassionate and driven nursing student with practical knowledge gained through rigorous clinical practice and academic studies. Demonstrated ability in patient care, health assessment, and medication administration. Strong interpersonal skills showcased through providing empathetic support to patients and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven dedication to promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality healthcare.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/PCT
Trinity Health
Ann Arbor, MI
06.2023 - Current
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of collection techniques and equipment.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Maintained records of specimens taken, test results, or other pertinent information in an organized fashion.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cambrian Senior Living (Memory Care)
Tecumseh, MI
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitates activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Addresses signal lights, buttons and intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Resolves behaviors and tense interactions with patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's and dementia.
- Assist patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observes and reports unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turns and repositions residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers and promote comfort.
- Use mobility devices to transport patients.
- Maintain accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibits compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Manage and maintain patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Collect specimens, monitor vitals and maximize patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Sales Associate
Hallmark Gold Crown
Tecumseh, MI
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Registered Nurse
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI12-2025
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification -
Jcc/Lisd Academy: A Regional Middle College
Adrian, MI02.2022
High School Diploma -
Tecumseh High School
Tecumseh, MI06.2021
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient care coordination
- Blood specimen collection
- Medical record documentation
- Healthcare communication
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Patient safety protocols
- EMR data entry (Epic)
- Task prioritization
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Infection control standards
- ADL assistance
- Call responses
- Basic nursing care
- Patient assessments
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- BLS certification
Timeline
CNA/PCT
Trinity Health
06.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cambrian Senior Living (Memory Care)
03.2022 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Hallmark Gold Crown
07.2020 - 05.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Registered Nurse
Washtenaw Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification -
Jcc/Lisd Academy: A Regional Middle College
High School Diploma -
Tecumseh High School