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Shantelle Zeigler

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 25+ years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Associate

One Umms
04.2020 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Greenhouse Stadium Place
08.2012 - 08.2022
  • Lifted, moved, transferred and transported patients using proper body mechanics to prevent accidents.
  • Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior and reported developments to licensed nursing personnel.
  • Coordinated work tasks with other units and personnel to encourage smooth and efficient flow of information.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Skills

  • CPR Certification
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Emergency Response
  • Critical Thinking
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • BLS Certification
  • Teamwork Abilities
  • Adaptability
  • Infection Control
  • Vital Signs
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Phlebotomy
  • Hospice Care
  • EKG

Certification

CNA/GNA

BLS

Timeline

Clinical Associate

One Umms
04.2020 - Current

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Greenhouse Stadium Place
08.2012 - 08.2022

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