SUSHMITA BULNES
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant 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. Willing to work morning shift, part-time.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Nursing Technician
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Supported post-surgical patients through their recovery journey, ensuring a smooth transition back to everyday life.
- Collaborated with physical, occupational, and speech therapists to provide comprehensive care for patients, resulting in improved functional outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of new patients, determining appropriate treatment plans based on specific needs and goals.
- Promoted independence in daily living activities by teaching adaptive techniques tailored to individual abilities and limitations.
Family Babysitter
Family Member
07.2020 - 02.2024
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Read books to promote language development.
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avantara Long Grove
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Loyola University Chicago
05.2026
Skills
- Dementia Stimulation & Awareness Program
- CPR BLS Certified
- Use of Gait Belt & Mechanical Lift
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Observation Documentation
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
Volunteer Experience
Willow Creek Community Church
Volunteered at ages 3-5 Read the kid's Bible to the Children & Passed out snacks
Feed My Starving Children
Hand-pack rice, soy, dried vegetables, & complete blend of vitamins and minerals into bags Gained experience in food preparation & packaging, while learning about the importance of nutrition and hunger relief efforts
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Supported nursing staff in the ED Observation Unit by answering call lights, directing phone calls, assisting with room supplies, and providing social support to patients
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Rehabilitation Nursing Technician
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avantara Long Grove
06.2022 - 08.2022
Family Babysitter
Family Member
07.2020 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Loyola University Chicago