Victoria Burgess-Giles
Homewood,IL
Summary
A new college Graduate and highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability, multitasking, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed to delivering compassionate care and assistance ensuring comfort and well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Plymouth Place Senior Living
09.2023 - Current
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Clinical Nursing Student
NC A&T State University
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Applied basic medical terminology and abbreviations to enter and retrieve computerized information.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak and onset of each.
CNA Student
Nirvana West Institute
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities..
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Counted and recorded inventory levels of unit equipment and supplies.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Lash Technician
Self-employed
06.2021 - Current
- Kept work areas, tools and equipment properly sanitized to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
- Educated customers on aftercare procedures to preserve natural eyelash health and longevity of eyelash extensions.
- Self-marketed and promoted services online to obtain new clients and retain prior clients.
- Improved client experiences by creating relaxing, comfortable salon environment.
- Networked with local contacts to optimize business opportunities for eyelash business.
- Laundered linens and restocked treatment rooms to prepare for new clients.
- Entered and updated new customer details in customer relationship management software.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC05.2023
Skills
- Time management
- Social Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Tool, Equipment, and Surface Sanitizing
- Data Entry
Certification
- CNA Certification, Nirvana Institute West - 2021
- Blood Bourne Pathogens, Browz & Beauty Institute - 2022
- CPR Certification, American Heart Association
- Lash Technician Certification (2) , Fixe Beauty Academy- 2021
Education and Training
other
Timeline
CNA
Plymouth Place Senior Living
09.2023 - Current
Lash Technician
Self-employed
06.2021 - Current
Clinical Nursing Student
NC A&T State University
05.2021 - 12.2022
CNA Student
Nirvana West Institute
12.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina A & T State University
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