Makinzey Elliott
Ladson,SC
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant with strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing emotional support, satisfaction, safety, and wellness while tending to patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
child development
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Enhanced children''s developmental progress by implementing age-appropriate activities and learning experiences.
- Supported individualized growth by observing and assessing each child''s specific needs, interests, and strengths.
- Facilitated language development with engaging storytelling sessions, interactive word games, and group reading exercises.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in child development and education, applying new techniques to daily routines.
CNA
Dorchester County Career & Technology Center
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Volunteer
JROTC, BETA, National Honor Society
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading outreach events.
- Improved organizational efficiency by streamlining volunteer onboarding processes.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
- Strengthened partnerships between the organization and local businesses to enhance collaboration opportunities.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
Education
No Degree -
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SCHigh School Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School
North Charleston, SC05.2022
Skills
- Developmental Assessments
- Quality Improvements
- Effective Communication
- Safety Measures and Procedures
- Self-Help Skills Development
- Documentation Management
- Early Childhood Education
- CPR Certification
- Social Skills Development
- First Aid Certification
- Health and Safety
- Time Management
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Client Needs Assessments
Timeline
child development
10.2022 - 03.2023
CNA
Dorchester County Career & Technology Center
08.2021 - 04.2022
Volunteer
JROTC, BETA, National Honor Society
11.2020 - 03.2022
No Degree -
University of South Carolina - Columbia
High School Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School