Leah Ward
Newark
Summary
Experienced Nurse Aide with 10 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Overlook Medical Center
99 Beauvoir Ave, Summit, NJ 07901
02.2017 - Current
- Collected and transported fluid samples
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Wiped down equipment, such as anesthesia carts, with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Transport/Patient Sitter
Overlook Medical Center
99 Beauvoir Ave, Summit, NJ 07901
02.2014 - 02.2017
- Transported patients to different floors for testing
- Evaluated patient behavior and condition and reported new or unusual issues to doctor and family members.
- Worked to alleviate isolation and loss of personal freedom in patients resulting from deteriorating physical and mental health.
- Measured vital signs, and collected blood and specimen samples.
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
Clerical Medical Transport Coordinator
LogistiCare
06.2003 - 11.2013
- Coordinated driver dispatch to transport clients/patients to doctors appointments
- Verified eligibility of Medicaid, Medicare, and HMO's
- Assigned routes for medical transport
- Assisted in administrative work including data entry, research and development, and file organization
- Analyzed transportation data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Reviewed and responded to members' complaints
- Improved communication efficiency, serving as primary liaison between departments, clients, and vendors
Education
In Progress - Nursing
Union County College
Cranford, NJSkills
- Monitoring Fluids
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Observation Documentation
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Overlook Medical Center
02.2017 - Current
Transport/Patient Sitter
Overlook Medical Center
02.2014 - 02.2017
Clerical Medical Transport Coordinator
LogistiCare
06.2003 - 11.2013
In Progress - Nursing
Union County College