Payton Faulkner
De Pere
Summary
Radiation Therapist: Personable and compassionate with a natural ability to connect with patients and provide high-quality care. Knowledge of basic medical terminology and patient care techniques, combined with proficiency in vital signs monitoring and personal hygiene assistance. Dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and well-being through attentive and empathetic support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bellin East De Pere Clinic
02.2023 - Current
- Assist by obtaining blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, and temperature for each patient
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supply educated reassurance to patients struggling with their health
- Restocking each exam room promptly
- Observing procedures as necessary
- Evaluate medication lists for errors
- Sanitizing equipment
- Sanitizing exam rooms after each patient
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures
Bartender
Greystone Ale House
05.2024 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Vincent Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity. (Normally assigned 5-7 patients a shift)
- Professionally perform admissions and discharges from hospital
- Redirects and connects callers from outside the hospital to the patients within
- Upholds all HIPPA laws strictly with continuous charting within the EPIC software
- Taking pride in becoming a friend or family member of the less fortunate patients and proudly celebrating special events with each and every one of them
- Training regarding the removal of IVs from patients
- Complete (RQI) CPR training every three months
- Aids all nurses with medical situations promptly and professionally
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Food and Nutrition Department
Bellin Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Organized and placed condiments, silverware, and requested food on trays for patients
- Properly used the cashier system to allow patients and family members to purchase food from the cafeteria
- Ensured sanitized silverware, plates, bowls, and cups were sent to the patients of the hospital
- Helped the cook's my meal prep for the upcoming days by completing sauce recipes
- Produced quality food for customers, such as cooking on the grills and following requests per customers' orders
- Monitored food storage techniques to preserve freshness, prevent contamination, and adhere to industry best practices.
- Took initiative to solve problems and recommended improvements to hospital food service procedures and interdepartmental processes.
Education
BSRT -
Bellin College
11.2024
General Studies Program -
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
11.2022
High School Diploma -
De Pere High School
De Pere, WI06.2022
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Safety precautions
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology
- Documenting behaviors
- End-of-life care
- Geriatric care
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Complex Problem-solving
Additionalinformation
Certified nursing assistant (CNA), 10/19/21, First Aid Safety & CPR Certified, 2021, Babysitting Certificate with CPR, 2014, ServSafe, 2023, Humane Society reading with animals, NASP Archery, Sporting event volunteer and travel assistant, Near North Trail Riders, Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk
Timeline
Bartender
Greystone Ale House
05.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bellin East De Pere Clinic
02.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Vincent Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2023
Food and Nutrition Department
Bellin Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2021
BSRT -
Bellin College
General Studies Program -
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
High School Diploma -
De Pere High School
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