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Ina McNamara

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

I am 17 years old, looking to have a career in Nursing or Medical School. I am on A-Honor Roll at my School, Irondale High School New Brighton. My biggest motivation in life is my future. I recently received my Emergency Medical Responder Certification in November through Spring Lake Park Highschool Opportunities in Emergency Care. I have my CNA certification I earned through Anoka Ramsey Community College in Spring of 2024. I have been BLS and Stop the Bleed Certified twice, and I have plenty of work experience as a CNA, and volunteer experience in medical settings and I am eager to obtain more. I am a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in emergency response and compassionate dementia care, honed at Crestview Nursing Home and through significant volunteer work. I am skilled in obtaining vital signs, medication & oxygen administraion, and fostering strong patient relationships. I am able to enhance patient satisfaction and safety through innovative care strategies and effective communication. I have demonstrated efficiency in managing patient records, Documentation and collaborating with healthcare teams. I have also developed strong patient care skills in fast-paced healthcare environment, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork abilities. I am also Focused on delivering compassionate care and maintaining patient dignity.

Overview

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Emergency Medical Responder Certified

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BLS Certification

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Stop the Bleed Certification

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Certified Nursing Assistant

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Crestview Nursing Home
05.2024 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Administered medications & insulin.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as Schizophrenia, Parkinson's, and different forms of dementia in memory care.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.

Education

Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Minneapolis, MN

Spring Lake Park Highschool
Spring Lake Park, MN

Irondale Highschool
New Brighton, MN
06.2026

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Reliable team player & Closed Communication
  • Compassionate
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
  • Basic Life Support (CPR/AED)
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Electronic Charting
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Administering Medications
  • Valid Minnesota State issued driver's license
  • EMR / EHR
  • Scene Safety
  • Spinal Stabilization
  • Oxygen Administration
  • Bleeding control
  • Patient Transport
  • Pre-hospital Care
  • Patient Trauma Assessment

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing. [#10864142]
  • BLS Certification [01JESB4] June 2024
  • BLS Certification September 2024
  • Stop The Bleed Certification 10/03/2024
  • Emergency Medical Responder Certification 11/26/24

Volunteer

Twin Cities In Motion - Twin Cities Marathon Medical Team Volunteer Saint Paul, MN • 10/2024

• Streamlined patient treatment processes for faster recovery times and improved overall satisfaction.

 • Facilitated open lines of communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote shared decision-making in treatment planning processes. 

• Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently prioritizing exceptional customer service and compassionate care.

 • Increasing direct patient care with runners who were bleeding or experiencing shock. 

• Coordinated with external healthcare providers such as MD's or physicians when runners were in need of help.

 • Consistently scoping out scenery looking for those who may need help but do not want to come up themselves. 

Allina Health Mercy Hospital - Volunteer Coon Rapids, MN • 10/2023 - 02/2024 

• 50 hours of Volunteering 

• Hospital Navigator 

• Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others. 

• Front Desk of Surgical Waiting to update families on the status of their patient in surgery. 

• Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.

Interests

Interests:

  • Healthcare
  • Cooking
  • Art
  • Nature
  • Caregiving
  • Babysitting
  • Clothing
  • Travel
  • Science

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