Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
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NASSTAJA T. EVANS

New Rochelle,NY

Summary

Certified Wound Care Assistant with 10+ years of experience managing wound care in diverse settings, including long-term care rehabilitation, hospitals, and private care. Skilled in developing personalized treatment plans, leading infection control meetings, and educating patients and staff on best practices. Committed to achieving goals and improving the overall experience for all individuals through expertise in wound care, compassionate bedside manner, and effective communication skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Morgue Asst. & ER Registrar/Admitting Clerk

Westchester Medical Center
11.2016 - Current
  • Preparing bodies: Washing, drying, measuring, and positioning bodies for examination
  • Preparing instruments: Selecting and laying out surgical instruments and supplies, and preparing preserving solutions
  • Maintaining cleanliness: Keeping the work area and equipment clean, and following strict sanitation guidelines
  • Maintaining records: Maintaining mortuary records, including inventories of personal effects
  • Assisting with autopsies: Assisting pathologists with autopsies
  • Registered and admitted over 100 patients daily in a fast-paced emergency room, ensuring efficient patient flow and accurate billing information
  • Maintained strong relationships with local hospitals and healthcare providers, leading to a 10% increase in patient referrals
  • Managed patient records and documentation, achieving a 100% compliance rate with HIPAA and other regulatory standards
  • Assisted in triage and patient transfers, working closely with medical staff to prioritize care for trauma patients
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.

Wound Care Asst & Private 1 to 1 Aide

Schaffer Extended Care Facility
03.2013 - 09.2016
  • Assisted with wound care efforts in a 160-bed long-term care facility, assessing and treating complex wounds in sub-acute, psych, and rehab patients, ensuring adherence to best wound care practices
  • Delivered comprehensive primary care, focusing on wound management and prevention, resulting in reduced incidence of pressure ulcers by 15%
  • Conducted in-depth wound assessments, including staging, infection monitoring, and progress tracking, to develop and implement effective treatment plans
  • Provided ongoing wound care education to patients, families, and caregivers, fostering improved at-home wound management and reducing re-admission rates
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, dieticians, and physical therapists, to enhance wound care outcomes and overall patient well-being
  • Ensured compliance with wound care regulations and protocols during audits and inspections, maintaining high standards of care and facility reputation
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives, revising wound care protocols and introducing new products, leading to enhanced treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction

Wound Care Asst & Facility Aide for Dementia/Mental Health Dept

United Hebrew & Willow Towers Adult Treatment Facility
02.2006 - 02.2013
  • Helped treat chronic wounds and skin conditions, including pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, abscesses, skin tears, and rashes
  • Completed required forms, documents, and observations according to facility, Physician, and state regulations
  • Assisted Wound Care Physician with educating beside staff in wound care procedures, skin preventive measures, and wound classification
  • Communicated with multiple departments to assure the best possible outcomes for patients when transferred to other departments
  • Attended care plan meetings, provided education to the patients and families upon discharge regarding wound care, treatment, compliance and preventative measures
  • Made sure patients were always clean and dry meeting hygiene requirements
  • Participated in ongoing clinical projects to provide better care for patients
  • Supported needs of 80+ residents under long-term care.

Education

No Degree - ACLS, PALS, BLS, FIRST AID & CPR

Advance Certification Institute
Online

CEN - Certified Emergency Nursing

BCEN
Oak Brook, IL

Wound Care Certification - Skin & Wound Care Management

Wound Care Education Institute
Morrisville, NC

Skills

  • Data analytics
  • Ability to coordinate
  • Analyze
  • Observe
  • Meet deadlines
  • Detailed-oriented
  • Great bedside manner
  • Clinical skills & Knowledge
  • Records search
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Accountability
  • Self-directed
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communication
  • Organized
  • Structured

Certification

  • CEN
  • WCC
  • HHA
  • BLS
  • FIRST AIDE
  • CPR/AED
  • PLS
  • ACLS

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travel
  • Reading
  • Yoga
  • Meditation
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Soup Kitchen Volunteer
  • Youth Center Volunteer

Timeline

Morgue Asst. & ER Registrar/Admitting Clerk

Westchester Medical Center
11.2016 - Current

Wound Care Asst & Private 1 to 1 Aide

Schaffer Extended Care Facility
03.2013 - 09.2016

Wound Care Asst & Facility Aide for Dementia/Mental Health Dept

United Hebrew & Willow Towers Adult Treatment Facility
02.2006 - 02.2013

No Degree - ACLS, PALS, BLS, FIRST AID & CPR

Advance Certification Institute

CEN - Certified Emergency Nursing

BCEN

Wound Care Certification - Skin & Wound Care Management

Wound Care Education Institute
NASSTAJA T. EVANS