Elizabeth Venrooy
Goodman, WI,WI
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed nursing assistant with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges . Hardworking and reliable , proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Forest County Potawatomi / The Caring Place
Crandon, WI
10.2011 - Current
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to resident and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Trained new employees on policies and procedures related to their job duties.
- Organized social activities such as games, exercise classes, movie nights, field trips and more.
- Provided support for family members during difficult times by offering counseling services or referrals as necessary.
- Coordinated transportation services for residents when needed.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Howard Young Medical Center
Woodruff, WI
10.2001 - 10.2010
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Supported non-ambulatory patients in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Job Coach
Opportunities Unlimited
Rhinelander, WI
05.1998 - 10.2001
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Traveled to work locations to provide hands-on training, direct supervision and support to participants.
- Coached clients on appropriate workplace behavior and expectations.
- Engaged individuals receiving support through coaching, feedback and skills development exercises.
- Guided clients in learning to complete job tasks to develop motivation and skills.
- Gathered work behaviors and productivity data to fulfill reporting requirements.
- Worked with staff to develop, monitor and resolve skills training or vocational issues.
- Delivered training using multiple methods to reach diverse learning styles.
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities or program effectiveness.
- Participated in and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peterson Health Care
Rhinelander, WI
05.1998 - 10.2000
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Utilized appropriate interventions when dealing with aggressive behaviors exhibited by some residents.
- Encouraged socialization among residents through group activities or outings.
- Ensured safety of residents through proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers.
- Performed light housekeeping duties for the facility such as laundry, bed-making, cleaning resident rooms.
- Maintained patient records and updated charts accurately.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eagle River Health Care Center
Eagle River, WI
04.1995 - 05.1998
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
Education
GED -
Nicolet Area Technical College
Rhinelander, WI06-2011
Nursing Assistance
Nicolet Area Technical College
Rhinelander, WI05-1995
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
North Central Technical College
Wausau, WISome College (No Degree) - General Education
Nicolet Area Technical College
Rhinelander, WISkills
- Geriatric Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Patient Care
- Assist with Wound Care
- Quick Problem Solver
- Range of Motion Exercises
- HIPAA Compliance
- Basic Life Support
- Ambulation Assistance
- Compassionate
- Specimen Collection
- Bedside Manner
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Light Housekeeping
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Helping With Medication
- Feeding Assistance
- Responding to Emergencies
- Toileting Assistance
- Collecting Vital Signs
Affiliations
- I love to cook & bake
- I enjoy reading ,social media,movies ,old comedy sitcoms
- I love the outdoors, hunting, camping, campfires,fishing,foraging,hiking,gardening,kayaking and motorcycling
- I love spending time with family and friends
Certification
- Nursing Assistant Certification May 1995
Languages
Polish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Custom
- Self Employed tavern owner in Chicago Il. 1989 - 1991
- Self Employed resort owner in Sugar Camp Wi. 1990 - 2000
References
- Susan Thornton former co-worker /friend worked together at the Forest County Potawatomi / The Caring Place
Contact Number (715) 902-9386
Christi Paulton former co-worker/ friend
Forest County Potawatomi/ Caring Place
Contact Number (715) 616-1655
Jennie Olkowski former co-worker/ friend
Forest Co. Potawatomi /The Caring Place
Opportunities Unlimited
Contact Number (715) 367 -3636
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Forest County Potawatomi / The Caring Place
10.2011 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Howard Young Medical Center
10.2001 - 10.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant/Job Coach
Opportunities Unlimited
05.1998 - 10.2001
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peterson Health Care
05.1998 - 10.2000
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eagle River Health Care Center
04.1995 - 05.1998
GED -
Nicolet Area Technical College
Nursing Assistance
Nicolet Area Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
North Central Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - General Education
Nicolet Area Technical College
- Nursing Assistant Certification May 1995
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