Taylor Marchant
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dedicated nursing assistant skilled in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and infection control. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction and well-being through compassionate assistance and effective teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
2024.10 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records to ensure compliance and continuity of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans promoting recovery.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to a safer healthcare environment for patients and staff.
- Trained new nursing assistants on best practices, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence in care delivery.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- 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.
- 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.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- 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.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Cashier/Stocker
Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
2020.09 - 2024.10
- Processed transactions efficiently, ensuring accurate cash handling and customer satisfaction.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, providing exceptional service and support during interactions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout procedures, improving overall workflow.
- Trained new staff on point-of-sale systems, enhancing team competency and service quality.
- Monitored inventory levels at register, facilitating timely restocking of essential supplies.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
2017.01 - 2020.09
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, enhancing shopping experience.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards, ensuring appealing store displays.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily sales goals and improve store performance.
- Provided training and mentorship to new associates on sales techniques and customer service protocols.
- Implemented promotional strategies to boost seasonal sales and engage customers effectively.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Education
GED -
Ohara High School
Kansas City, MO2022-11
Professional Nursing
Metropolitan Community College
Kansas City, MO2029-05
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Mobility assistance
- Catheter care
- Electronic charting
- Healthcare ethics
- Medical terminology
- Supply restocking
- Specimen collection
- Patient care and safety
- Personal hygiene support
- Patient mobility support
- Patient care quality
- Blood sugar monitoring
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
2024.10 - Current
Cashier/Stocker
Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
2020.09 - 2024.10
Sales Associate
Old Navy
2017.01 - 2020.09
Professional Nursing
Metropolitan Community College
GED -
Ohara High School