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Nancy Collins

Lily,KY

Summary

Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated several years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity. I am A team player and will help with anything.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

ER Technician

Saint Joseph London
London, KY
09.2013 - Current
  • Assisted physicians in the diagnosis of medical conditions.
  • Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
  • Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies ensuring adequate stock was available at all times.
  • Provided emotional support for family members throughout difficult situations associated with illness or injury.
  • Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional competency.
  • Assessed patient responses to treatments and communicated any changes to the physician or nurse supervisor.
  • Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
  • Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
  • Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
  • Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
  • Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.

Nurse Aid

Laurel Heights Home For The Elderly
London, KY
06.2006 - 09.2013
  • Provided patient care, including bathing and dressing.
  • Transported patients safely using wheelchairs or stretchers when necessary.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests courteously and efficiently.
  • Assisted nurses in providing medical treatments as directed by physicians.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines at all times.
  • Monitored patient's condition and reported any changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Assisted with transferring patients from bed to wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
  • Greeted visitors warmly and provided directions when needed.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Somerset Community College
London, KY

Skills

  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Mobility support
  • Compassionate Care
  • Patient-focused care
  • Specimen Collection
  • Compassionate
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Basic Life Support
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Geriatric Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Toileting assistance
  • Emergency Response
  • Oral Hygiene
  • HIPAA
  • Patient Care
  • Understands mobility assistance needs

Timeline

ER Technician

Saint Joseph London
09.2013 - Current

Nurse Aid

Laurel Heights Home For The Elderly
06.2006 - 09.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Somerset Community College

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