Kevin Ellison
Lakeville,MN
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Fairview Home Care & Hospice
2450 26th AVE South, Minneapolis MN
03.2014 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Changed sterile dressings.
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Provided pre- and post-operative care.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Nursing Assistant
Brightstar Healthcare
8951 33rd St N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
01.2010 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Changed sterile dressings.
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Program Coordinator
New Challenges
Minneapolis, MN
- Supervised 7 program staff members.
- Offered constructive feedback and contributed ideas at weekly staff meetings.
- Monitored team performance, including developing performance improvement plans and recommending achievement awards.
- Worked with senior case managers to coordinate team development activities and trainings.
- Set goals with clients related to employment and financial planning and worked with them to track progress.
- Provided emotional support while with residents to develop long term plans and goals.
- Referred residents and families to community resources to improve well-being and quality of life.
Education
Nursing Assistant - undefined
Minneapolis Community & Technical College
Minneapolis, MN2014
Skills
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Feeding assistance expert
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- Committed team player
- Dedicated hospice care provider
- Tubule feedings and medications familiarity
- Companionship and emotional support
- Compassionate
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Wound care specialist
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Fairview Home Care & Hospice
03.2014 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Brightstar Healthcare
01.2010 - Current
Program Coordinator
New Challenges
Nursing Assistant - undefined
Minneapolis Community & Technical College