Nicole Griffin
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant accustomed to working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care. Skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over 1+ years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
Abrazo Central Campus
Phoenix, AZ
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mesa Christian Health & Rehab
Phoenix, United States
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating
- Took and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- Administered medications under the supervision of nurses
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or walker.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Nursing Assistant
University Care Center
San Diego, United States
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and toileting
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents
- Assisted in the implementation of individual care plans
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient care
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing such as urine samples and blood draws.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Education
Rio Salado College
Phoenix, AZ01.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Documentation
- Assisting with activities of daily living
- Medical procedures
- Emotional support
- Communication skills
- Transporting Patients
- Collecting Specimens
- Patient-Focused Care
- Electronic Charting
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Compassionate
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Catheter Change and Preparation
Certification
- Microsoft word Stage 1&2 Completion
- Nursing Assistant Training and Completion
- MA Student
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PCA
Abrazo Central Campus
11.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mesa Christian Health & Rehab
03.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
University Care Center
02.2022 - 02.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Education
Rio Salado College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
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