Tryton Ponder
Lincoln,NE
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.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
CommonSpirit Health
Lincon, NE
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
ER Technician
Faith Regional Health Services
Norfolk, NE
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data, treatments and medications.
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
- Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
- Performed routine maintenance on medical equipment according to manufacturer's guidelines.
- Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
CNA
Antelope Memorial Hospital
Neligh, NE
10.2020 - 04.2023
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
Med Aide
Veteran Affairs
Grand Island , NE
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Assisted in administering medications, injections and treatments as directed by physician.
- Maintained patient records, including medical histories, reports and examination results.
- Took vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure and weight of patients.
Assistant Manager
Rue 21
Grand Island , NE
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hastings Senior High School
Hastings, NE05-2015
Skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- Toileting assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Inventory Control
- Upselling
- Product Sales
- Payment Processing
- Business Development
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Retail Store Operations
- Stocking and Receiving
- Merchandising understanding
Affiliations
- Volleyball
- Group Activities
Certification
- BLS
- CNA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
CommonSpirit Health
04.2023 - 10.2024
ER Technician
Faith Regional Health Services
10.2022 - 04.2023
CNA
Antelope Memorial Hospital
10.2020 - 04.2023
Med Aide
Veteran Affairs
01.2017 - 10.2019
Assistant Manager
Rue 21
01.2016 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Hastings Senior High School
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