Nicole McFarlane
Rochester
Summary
Vice President of Iota Phi chapter of OADN Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society. Member of Great Bay Student Nurses Association. Accomplished Nursing Assistant with five years of hospital experience at HCA, working on Neuro-trauma, Gero-psychiatry, and ICU. Experience in home hospice care. Experience caring for people with special needs in a group home setting. Skilled in direct patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Enhanced patient safety by implementing infection control procedures and training new staff. Recognized for compassionate care and effective communication, fostering trust and improving client satisfaction. Proficient in crisis prevention intervention.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
HCA
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported nursing team in maintaining accurate patient records and documentation.
- Implemented infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment.
- Trained new nursing assistants on best practices and patient handling techniques.
Caregiver
Atlantic Homelife
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Provided compassionate personal care to clients, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and families, enhancing communication and trust.
- Monitored client health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly for intervention.
- Implemented tailored care plans based on individual needs, improving overall client satisfaction.
Group Home Support Staff
Montana Creek Assisted Living
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Followed individualized care plans for clients with special needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to improve communication and social skills among individuals with special needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Great Bay Community College
Portsmouth, NH05-2026
Skills
- Basic life support
- Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- Licensed Nursing Assistant
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI)
Languages
English
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
HCA
01.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Atlantic Homelife
05.2020 - 05.2021
Group Home Support Staff
Montana Creek Assisted Living
06.2018 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Great Bay Community College