Rian VanEtten
Rome,NY
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented health professional with experience in patient care and critical thinking. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and effective communication, contributing to improved resident well-being and team collaboration.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Care Worker
Neighborhood Center
Rome, NY
01.2026 - 02.2026
- Supported daily care routines for individuals with diverse needs.
- Assisted in implementing individualized care plans to enhance resident well-being.
- Monitored and documented resident behavior and progress consistently.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to health regulations.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Educated families about available resources within the community, connecting them with appropriate services tailored to their specific concerns or needs.
Sergeant
US Army
Saugerties, NY
03.2009 - 01.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Nurse Technician
MVHS St.Lukes Medical Center
Utica, NY
01.2007 - 03.2009
- Assisted nursing staff in monitoring patient vitals and reporting changes to ensure timely care.
- Supported daily operations by maintaining equipment readiness and cleanliness in patient rooms.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement patient care plans and improve service delivery.
- Educated patients on post-operative care, enhancing recovery outcomes through effective communication.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
Certified Home Health Aide
One Caring Place Plus
Utica, NY
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Provided personal care services, including assistance with daily living activities and hygiene.
- Monitored patient health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and guidelines.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient well-being.
- Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discussed observations with supervisor or case manager.
Education
CNA Certificate/ CHHA Certificate - Nursing
OMH B.O.C.E.S.
New Hartford, NY06-2000
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Transportation assistance
- Basic computer literacy
- Substance abuse awareness
- First aid and CPR
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Vital signs monitoring
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Medical attention] through effectively helping with [connecting to medical resorces].
- Achieved [stabilizing and saving life] through effectively helping with [administering CPR].
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- [certified home health aide], [one caring place plus] - [time of employment]
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Group Care Worker
Neighborhood Center
01.2026 - 02.2026
Sergeant
US Army
03.2009 - 01.2019
Nurse Technician
MVHS St.Lukes Medical Center
01.2007 - 03.2009
Certified Home Health Aide
One Caring Place Plus
01.2005 - 01.2007
CNA Certificate/ CHHA Certificate - Nursing
OMH B.O.C.E.S.