Madeline Charest
Nashua
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with background in acute and intensive care settings. Experience includes assisting registered nurses and physicians, providing patient care, monitoring vital signs, assisting at the operating room table, and performing basic nursing procedures. Strengths include strong communication skills, adaptability to diverse patient needs, and maintaining patient dignity in all stages of care. Previous roles have involved improving patient satisfaction through compassionate and efficient service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Southern New Hampshire Medical Center
Nashua
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of ICU equipment.
- Documented patient data accurately in electronic health records.
- Trained new staff on ICU protocols and equipment usage.
- Responded quickly and calmly during emergencies or crisis situations within the ICU unit.
- Maintained cleanliness standards within the ICU unit according to established policies.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times for both patients and their families.
Perinatal Scrub Technician
St Joseph Hospital
Nashua
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Prepared surgical instruments for various procedures in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted surgeons by efficiently providing necessary tools during operations.
- Trained new scrub technicians on procedures and best practices, enhancing team competency.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and ensured timely restocking.
- Labeled specimen containers accurately before transporting them to pathology laboratory for analysis.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to support optimal patient care during deliveries.
- Responded quickly to emergencies such as fetal distress or maternal hemorrhage during surgery.
- Restocked supplies used during labor and delivery procedures following completion of each case.
- Verified accuracy of counts taken at end of each case against initial count taken at start of procedure.
- Maintained a sterile field by setting up instruments, passing instruments to the surgeon, and ensuring the correct tools were available for each procedure.
Licensed Nursing Assistant
St Joseph Hospital
Nashua
11.2019 - 10.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff to ensure timely intervention.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices, enhancing quality of resident care.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and efficiently.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering comfort during challenging situations.
- Ensured that all equipment used was properly maintained and functioning correctly.
- Assisted in the admission and discharge process of patients.
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Courville at Nashua
Nashua
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal care tasks to enhance their comfort and well-being.
- Communicated effectively with residents and families about care needs.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices for resident care to ensure high-quality support for residents.
- Assisted in the admission and discharge process of patients.
- Delivered basic comfort measures, including back rubs and proper positioning of pillows, to promote resident comfort.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nashua High School North
Nashua, NH06-2018
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient care techniques
- Emergency response
- Surgical instrument handling
- Medical supply inventory
Timeline
Perinatal Scrub Technician
St Joseph Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2024
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Southern New Hampshire Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Licensed Nursing Assistant
St Joseph Hospital
11.2019 - 10.2023
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Courville at Nashua
01.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Nashua High School North