Nalisha Williams-Ford
Carterville,IL
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 10 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at providing adequate patient care, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature. I’m dedicated to patient care and reliable. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Southern Illinois Healthcare
08.2023 - Current
- Applied critical thinking to determine priority of nursing interventions based on patient acuity and specific requirements.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale
11.2018 - 08.2023
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
05.2017 - 10.2018
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hertiage Woods Of Benton
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkway Manor
12.2013 - 06.2015
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL05.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL05.2021
High School Diploma -
Fairfield Community High School
Fairfield, IL05.2012
Skills
- Patient Transport
- Patient Safety
- Post-Mortem Care
- Isolation Precautions
- Patient Rapport
- Assisting with Activities of Daily Living
- IV Discontinuation
- Taking Vital Signs
- Simple Dressings
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Feeding Assistance
- Bathing and Dressing
- Crutch Fitting
- Height and Weight Measurement
- Performing EKGs
- Patient Rounds
- Ortho splints
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Lab draws
- Obtaining blood cultures
- Heel Sticks
- Culturally-competent care
- Adaptable
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nirse - 2021
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS Certification
- Clinical Coach
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Southern Illinois Healthcare
08.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale
11.2018 - 08.2023
Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
05.2017 - 10.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hertiage Woods Of Benton
09.2015 - 05.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkway Manor
12.2013 - 06.2015
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
John A Logan College
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
John A Logan College
High School Diploma -
Fairfield Community High School
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