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NIcole Nelson

Bismarck,North Dakota

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at Missouri Slope and Miller Pointe, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate communication and emotional support, enhancing patient satisfaction and well-being. Skilled in multitasking and organization, significantly improving operational efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Missouri Slope
11.2024 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times.

Activities Assistant

Miller Pointe
01.2024 - Current
  • Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care during activities.
  • Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
  • Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memory exercises.
  • Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
  • Provided clear communication to staff, residents, and family members regarding upcoming events and any necessary accommodations or modifications needed for participation.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
  • Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.

CNA

Miller Pointe
01.2017 - 12.2023
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Century High School
Bismarck ND
05-2014

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • Attention to detail
  • Feeding assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient transfers
  • Emotional support
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.

- # 64212

Languages

English

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

CNA

Missouri Slope
11.2024 - Current

Activities Assistant

Miller Pointe
01.2024 - Current

CNA

Miller Pointe
01.2017 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Century High School

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