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, NJ05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2020
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
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician: #M9M5R6W4
• Certified EKG Technician: #X2N4K9T7
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant: #N8Z5M5N5
• Basic Life Support Certification (Expiration November 2026)
Associate of Science - Nursing
County College of Morris
Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health
Pennsylvania State University
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