Ronnie Schmidt
Claremore,OK
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Ascension St John Jane Phillips Medical Center. Skilled in patient care and electronic charting, I enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support. Committed to maintaining safety and hygiene standards, I proactively monitored vital signs and collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize care delivery.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Sequoyah Pointe Living Center
Owasso, OK
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting vital signs and care provided.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide emotional support.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance patient care quality and efficiency.
- Participated in training sessions to improve knowledge of healthcare practices and protocols.
- Observed and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff promptly.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Nursing Assistant, Unit Secretary, Resource Pool
Ascension St John Jane Phillips Medical Center
Bartlesville, OK
12.2004 - 09.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans.
- Provided emotional support to residents and families during challenging times.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Enhanced patient recovery with diligent wound care and infection control practices.
- Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
- Assisted with diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort and compliance with medical protocols.
- Supported end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Adapted care approaches to meet diverse needs of patients, respecting cultural and personal preferences.
- Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
- Maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of care and treatment plans.
- Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination to optimize clinic workflow.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records while adhering to confidentiality standards.
- Trained new staff on office protocols and procedures, enhancing team performance and knowledge retention.
- Coordinated interdepartmental communications to support collaborative healthcare delivery efforts.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
- Supported hospital compliance efforts by adhering to privacy policies and HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
- Assisted with the training and onboarding of new unit secretaries, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure their success in the role.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work hours to meet fluctuating demands of the unit, ensuring coverage during both peak times and staff shortages.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained department master calendar to facilitate efficient patient flow.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical records and promptly scheduling appointments.
- Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests, and care plans.
- Ensured accuracy of medical documentation by meticulously transcribing physician orders and verifying information with nursing staff as needed.
- Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
- Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
- Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
- Reduced administrative burden for nurses, allowing more time for patient care, by taking over clerical duties.
- Supported healthcare staff during emergencies by rapidly assembling patient information and facilitating communication.
- Optimized patient flow through unit by effectively managing bed assignments and transfers.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Education
High School Diploma -
American Schools
Illinois City, ILSkills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Electronic charting
- Light housekeeping
- Healthcare ethics
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA
- Behavior redirection
- Records management
- Patient care and safety
- Monitoring fluids
- Call light response
- Collecting specimens
- Time management
- CPR certification
- Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
- Blood sugar monitoring
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Sequoyah Pointe Living Center
02.2025 - 12.2025
Nursing Assistant, Unit Secretary, Resource Pool
Ascension St John Jane Phillips Medical Center
12.2004 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
American Schools