Nicholas Wood
Spencer,OH
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Nursing and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Compassionate and dedicated State Tested Nursing Assistant with experience at Intelycare, skilled in patient assessments and electronic charting. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering positive relationships and ensuring adherence to patient-centered standards.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital
02.2025 - Current
- Recognized patient and family reactions to hospitalization, illness, procedures and staff and initiated supportive measures.
- Attended in-service programs to complete ongoing and annual organizational and departmental requirements to promote highest standard of customer relations principles for patients, visitors and fellow staff members.
- Maximized patient safety, employed interventions and interacted with patient to increase engagement and redirect behavior.
- Communicated and documented pertinent observations and information to maintain complete and accurate record of care given to patient.
- Maintained knowledge and skills necessary to meet developmental needs of patients and recognized need for continuing development.
- Offered direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments for patients in stable condition under general supervision of RN.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Private Home Health Aide
Stacey Vore
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Intelycare
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Provided direct personal patient observation, care, and assistance to patients per shift in long term medical facility.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of residents under long-term care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH12-2025
Associate of Science - General Studies
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH12-2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH12-2024
General Certificate of Arts And Sciences - General Studies
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH12-2024
Skills
- Resource allocation
- Patient-centered standards
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Staff collaboration
- Patient observation
- Hourly rounding
- Compassionate care
- First aid and CPR
- Basic nursing care
- Patient evaluations
- Electronic charting
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical terminology
- Physical endurance
- Multitasking Abilities
- Patient assessments
- Patient comfort
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Collecting specimens
- Mental health support
- Interpersonal skills
- CPR/AED
- Teamwork
- Observation documentation
- Dementia care
- Patient care quality
- Preparing meals
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving
- Wound care
- CPR certification
- Medical equipment operation
- Documenting behaviors
- Geriatric care
- Client documentation
- Blood pressure measurement
- Diabetes management
- Electronic recordkeeping
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Nutrition and diet
- Behavior redirection
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptability
- Bedside manner
- Patient management
- Willingness to learn
- Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Patient bathing
- Multitasking
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- CPR Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Private Home Health Aide
Stacey Vore
02.2024 - 02.2025
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Intelycare
01.2022 - 02.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Lorain County Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lorain County Community College
General Certificate of Arts And Sciences - General Studies
Lorain County Community College
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