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Niki Alford

Succasunna,NJ

Summary

Compassionate Nursing Assistant with experience in providing support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality care to patients. Skilled in performing vital sign checks, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all patients. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and efficient resolution of concerns.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Morristown Medical Center - Simon 5
Morristown, NJ
05.2024 - Current
  • Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for examinations by stocking them with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment was in proper working order.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
  • Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
  • Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.

Certified Medical Assistant

Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey
Sparta, NJ
03.2021 - Current
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
  • Monitored lab results for accuracy and alerted physicians immediately if any abnormalities were detected.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05-2020

Skills

  • EMR System Proficiency
  • Patient Advocacy and Education
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Clinical Documentation Standards
  • Multitasking Effectiveness
  • Clear Communication With Physicians
  • Patient mobility support
  • Patient-Centered Care

Certification

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician: #M9M5R6W4

• Certified EKG Technician: #X2N4K9T7

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant: #N8Z5M5N5

• Basic Life Support Certification (Expiration November 2026)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Morristown Medical Center - Simon 5
05.2024 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey
03.2021 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

County College of Morris

Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health

Pennsylvania State University

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