Years of professional healthcare experience
Peyton Hughes-Austin
Waterloo,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant/Med Tech with successful general healthcare experience. Responsible and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient/resident care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients/residents and family to provide continuous top-quality care and continuing education.
Overview
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Certifications
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/Med Tech
Bickford Assistant Living And Memory Care
09.2020 - Current
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback as a med tech for my shift.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet deadlines.
- Administered medications to residents as a med tech.
Sales Clerk
Yore Uniform Shop
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Processed transactions quickly and accurately, maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Efficiently restocked shelves during shifts, keeping merchandise levels consistent for seamless shopping experiences across all departments within the store.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend products.
- Managed inventory to ensure optimal product availability for meeting customer needs.
- Processed payments and returns with accuracy and efficiency.
Child Caregiver
Learn & Play Preschool & Daycare
04.2017 - 08.2018
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Created a safe environment through routine of play areas, toys, and equipment for potential hazards.
- Administered first aid when necessary, maintaining a calm demeanor during emergencies and handling situations effectively.
- Sanitized tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IACertified Nurse Aide - Pre-Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA10.2021
Diploma -
West High School
Waterloo, IA05.2019
Skills
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Patient Positioning
- Time Management
- Companionship and emotional support
- Catheter Care
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Transfer Techniques
- Calm Under Stress
- Oral Hygiene
- Injury Prevention
- Maintaining privacy
- Medication Administration
- Compassionate
- Heavy Lifting
- CNA Certification
- Valid State driver's license
- Compassionate caregiver
- Attention to Detail
- Specimen Collection
- Reliable team player
- Documenting behaviors
Certification
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Med Manager (Med Tech) only applies to assisted living facilities.
CPR/First aide
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/Med Tech
Bickford Assistant Living And Memory Care
09.2020 - Current
Sales Clerk
Yore Uniform Shop
08.2018 - 09.2020
Child Caregiver
Learn & Play Preschool & Daycare
04.2017 - 08.2018
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
Certified Nurse Aide - Pre-Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
Diploma -
West High School
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Med Manager (Med Tech) only applies to assisted living facilities.
CPR/First aide
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