Summary
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Sydney Klekotka

Summary

Upcoming Grand Valley State Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) graduate with over 2 years of clinical and patient care experience. Seeking to combine my recent education and hands-on patient experience to pursue a registered nurse position at Corewell Health Hospital with a focus on delivering high-quality patient-centered care.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Technician

Corewell Health
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
  • Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Prepared and maintained records of patient progress and services performed to report changes in patient condition.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
  • Worked with staff to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Childcare Provider

Nanny
01.2016 - Current
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.

Resident Aide

Sunset Senior Communities
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
04.2024

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) - Nursing

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
04.2024

Skills

  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Patient Care
  • Communication
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Patient Education
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Compassionate Care
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem Solving

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, November 2023

Timeline

Nurse Technician

Corewell Health
11.2023 - Current

Resident Aide

Sunset Senior Communities
02.2021 - 11.2021

Childcare Provider

Nanny
01.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Valley State University

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) - Nursing

Grand Valley State University
Sydney Klekotka