NINA M. ROKINS-SAUNDERS
Williamsport,PA
Summary
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through 8 years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings.
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Helpful professional committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations, and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress.
Compassionate Phlebotomist known for maintaining high productivity levels and efficiently completing tasks. Specialize in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient communication, ensuring comfort and clarity during procedures. Excel in time management, adaptability, and empathy, skills that enhance patient experience and streamline laboratory operations.
Experienced Phlebotomist bringing many years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture, and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shiftkey
01.2018 - Current
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunset staffing
Sunbury, Pennsylvania
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Allshifts
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
CNA
Staff Quest
Lewisburg, PA
06.2017 - 08.2019
- The CNA is responsible for the direct care of patients, clients, or residents of the facility or agency that the CNA works for
- Working as a team member, the certified nurse assistant takes vital signs and helps patients bathe, dress, eat, and go to activities
- Patients depend on CNAs to help them go to the bathroom and transfer from their beds to chairs
- CNAs also have a role in keeping their patients safe and comfortable
CNA
Manor Care North
Williamsport, PA
06.2016 - 02.2017
- Stocking rags and towels and hygiene products, helping with check and changes
- Helping with daily active living, assist with feeding
- Help cleaning and straightening up residents room, answers all call bells within a 2 minute wait
Phlebotomist
Susquehanna Health
Williamsport, PA
07.2013 - 10.2016
- Collect blood samples from patients, proper identification especially on the hospital floors
- Order of draw, conduct standards tests, such as blood alcohol, blood culture, oral glucose tolerance, glucose screening, blood smears, or peak and trough drug levels tests
- Enter patient, specimen, insurance, or billing information into computer
- Performed over 1,000 sticks within my year at Susquehanna Health System
- Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Assessed plasma collection machines for proper functionality.
- Input medical and insurance information into database for inclusion in patient records.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Handled special collection procedures, including therapeutic phlebotomy and drug testing.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Harrisburg Area Community College
Williamsport, PASkills
- Patient Care & Safety
- Diagnostic Testing
- Medical Terminology
- Electronic Medical Records
- Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Privacy / HIPAA Regulations
- Patient Advocacy and Support
- Customer service oriented
- Results driven
- Organized
- Prompt
- Dependable
- Fluent in Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Adept at internet navigation
- Skilled with photo editing software
- Blood collection
- Patient identification
- Sample preparation
- Specimen labeling
- Vital signs monitoring
- EMR documentation
- Patient education
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Proper labeling
- Specimen preparation
- Health education
- On-site testing
- Sample storage
- Medical records handling
- Infection control
- Data entry
- Health and safety
- Blood collection techniques
- Recording data
- Butterfly needle technique
- Capillary puncture
- HIPAA
References
Upon Request
Nursing Skills
- Patient Care & Safety
- Diagnostic Testing
- Medical Terminology
- Electronic Medical Records
- Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Privacy / HIPAA Regulations
- Patient Advocacy and Support
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Allshifts
02.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunset staffing
01.2023 - 11.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
01.2022 - 11.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shiftkey
01.2018 - Current
CNA
Staff Quest
06.2017 - 08.2019
CNA
Manor Care North
06.2016 - 02.2017
Phlebotomist
Susquehanna Health
07.2013 - 10.2016
Some College (No Degree) -
Harrisburg Area Community College