Susan Birckett
Harriman
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
11.2024 - Current
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
CNA
Signature Healthcare of Rockwood
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
CNA
Signature Healthcare Flexpath
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Unit Coordinator
Roane Medical Center
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect privacy rights.
- Trained new Unit Coordinators on unit-specific protocols, contributing to overall team proficiency in delivering exceptional patient care experiences.
- Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
- Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
- Facilitated smooth shift transitions by preparing detailed nursing reports and ensuring complete handover of responsibilities.
CNA
Roane Medical Center
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
CNA
Ft. Loudoun Medical Center
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
CNA
Signature Healthcare of Rockwood
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Patient transfers
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Health monitoring
- Reliable team player
Timeline
CNA
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
11.2024 - Current
CNA
Signature Healthcare of Rockwood
09.2024 - Current
CNA
Signature Healthcare Flexpath
07.2024 - 09.2024
Unit Coordinator
Roane Medical Center
08.2022 - 04.2024
CNA
Roane Medical Center
11.2020 - 07.2022
CNA
Ft. Loudoun Medical Center
04.2019 - 11.2020
CNA
Signature Healthcare of Rockwood
06.2018 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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