Reese Funk
Elkville,Illinois
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Marshall Browning Hospital
Du Quoin, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, blood sugar, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Peer-Led Team Learning
Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
Edwardsville, IL
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Demonstrated various teaching techniques to engage students in the learning process.
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school.
- Encouraged students to ask questions about topics they did not understand.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress.
- Helped students develop critical thinking skills by engaging them in interactive dialogue about challenging concepts.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers through group projects or presentations.
- Utilized different methods such as audio and visual aids, lectures, demonstrations, or hands-on activities to enhance learning outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Landings Assisted Living
Carbondale , IL
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Education
Associate of Science -
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL05-2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL08-2020
Edwarsville Bachelors of Science And Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILSkills
- Patient Relations
- Patient-focused care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate
- Basic Life Support
- Information Protection
Certification
- CNA
- BLS
Affiliations
- College Women's Small Group Leader
- Member of the Student Nursing Association
- Girl of Merit Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Peer-Led Team Learning
Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
08.2023 - 12.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Marshall Browning Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Landings Assisted Living
09.2020 - 01.2021
Associate of Science -
John A Logan College
Certified Nursing Assistant
John A Logan College
Edwarsville Bachelors of Science And Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
- CNA
- BLS
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