ALEXANDRIA N. NELSON
Summary
Excels in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Client-focused with an upbeat personality and excellent people skills. Huge experience working with the elderly, children and those with cognitive deficits. Cheerful and energetic with superior communication skills. Flexible scheduling while being an effective team player. Dependable, reliable and computer program savvy. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Delivers great communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ascension All Saints Hospital
12.2020 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 20-40 bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Home Health Care Aide
Self-employed
05.2018 - Current
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Villa at Lincoln Park
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Answer patient call signals to determine patient needs
- Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, and ambulation
- Apply clean dressings, slings, stockings or support bandages under direction of nurse or physician
- Collect specimens, such as urine and feces for testing
- Communicate with patients to ascertain any assistance pertaining to social or emotional support
- Document and report observations of patient behaviors, complaints or physical symptoms to the medical staff
- Observe and record any patient changes in their diet, liquid consumption as well as their urinary and fecal output to the medical staff., Assisted client in everyday tasks such as hygiene, grooming, and medication when needed
- Accompanied client into the community to increase social contact
- Maintained household duties such as cleaning, laundry and cooking meals
- Kept the client on a schedule while making sure the client is happy and satisfied
- Documented personal care records such as client behavior, daily activities, and output.
Sales Associate
Walgreens
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Worked as a team player to provide the highest level of service to customers
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Served customers with a sense of urgency
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions
- Retrieved alternate items on request
- Increased purchase totals by recommending additional items
- Recommended and helped customers select merchandise based on their needs.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WI12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology And Pre-Nursing, Psychology Minor
University of Wisconsin
Stevens Point, Wisconsin05.2019
Skills
- Medical Records Management
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Inpatient Care
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ascension All Saints Hospital
12.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Villa at Lincoln Park
09.2019 - 12.2020
Home Health Care Aide
Self-employed
05.2018 - Current
Sales Associate
Walgreens
08.2015 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Nursing
Alverno College
Bachelor of Science - Biology And Pre-Nursing, Psychology Minor
University of Wisconsin