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VERITA JENKINS

SIOUX FALLS,South Dakota

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Med Aide

Interim Healthcare Agency
07.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals.

Med Aide

Touchmark At All Saints
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals.

Certified Nurse Aide

Orlando Health
05.2005 - 09.2007
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

Patient Care Technician

St. Raphael Hospital
03.2000 - 05.2003
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.

Certified Nurse Aide

New England Home Care
04.1998 - 05.2003

Certified Nurse Aide

Arden House
01.1990 - 03.2000
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.

Education

Certificate - Nurse Aide

Arden House
Hamden, CT
02.1990

Diploma - General Studies

New Haven Adult Ed
New Haven, CT
05.1987

Skills

  • Patient Charting
  • Status Updates
  • Transfer Assistance
  • Patient Observation
  • Distributing Medications
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Emotional Support
  • Performance Improvement
  • Checking Supplies
  • Geriatric Care
  • Patient Logging
  • Infection Control Policies
  • Assisting with Daily Living
  • Personal Hygiene Maintenance
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Healthcare Information
  • Patient Positioning

Certification

  • Certified Med Aide

Timeline

Med Aide

Touchmark At All Saints
10.2022 - 12.2022

Med Aide

Interim Healthcare Agency
07.2022 - Current

Certified Nurse Aide

Orlando Health
05.2005 - 09.2007

Patient Care Technician

St. Raphael Hospital
03.2000 - 05.2003

Certified Nurse Aide

New England Home Care
04.1998 - 05.2003

Certified Nurse Aide

Arden House
01.1990 - 03.2000

Certificate - Nurse Aide

Arden House

Diploma - General Studies

New Haven Adult Ed

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