Nicole Radermacher
Alexandria
Summary
Experienced Patient Care Professional with 7+ years of healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Works well with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top quality care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT
Glacial Ridge Health System
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Hospital Float CNA
Maxim Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Floated as a CNA (travel contract assignment) to all hospital units- Med Surg, Neuro Trauma, ICU, CVCU, Telemetry, Oncology, Ortho, TCU, and Rehabilitation.
- Provided mobility assistance, monitored vitals, took blood sugars, assisted ADLs, and observed potentially unstable patients.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
CNA- Covid Unit (FEMA)
Acuity International
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Cared for residents in a hospital covid unit and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Knute Nelson
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Worked as a CNA in both LTC and acute care STR settings.
- Assisted residents with ADLs and provided emotional support.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
CNA (Covid Swab Specimen Collector)
AMI Healthcare/ FEMA
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Performed COVID-19 nasal swab testing of patients in an outdoor walk-up setting and screened patients/staff as required by the Coronavirus Policy
- Developed and maintained relationships through effective and timely communication.
CNA (Vaccine Site)
Hamilton Staffing/ FEMA
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Managed a team that successfully registered and vaccinated over 100,000 people in the span of 3 months.
- Recorded client medical history and educated on potential risks and side effects.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Cedar Cove Assisted Living
Private Employer
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to RN.
- Passed medications and documented care.
CNA
CentraCare
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Contracted (travel assignment) working in a rehabilitation inpatient facility.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
PCA
AccraCare
06.2019 - Current
- Cared for an autistic 4 year old (between travel CNA assignments).
- Cooked and cleaned around the house and provided educational activities to better prepare child for school.
- Offered positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Safely transported child to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Prime Time Healthcare
04.2019 - 06.2019
- Contracted (travel assignment) working in a long term care facility.
- Assisted residents with ADLs and provided emotional support.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Prime Time Healthcare
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Contracted (travel assignment) working in a long term care facility.
- Assisted residents with ADLs and provided emotional support.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
PCA/HHA
LifeWorks
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Assisted a 21 year old female who had Muscular Dystrophy and Dissociative Identity Disorder.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patient.
- Helped client maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor appointments.
- Promoted health and wellness by providing emotional support and encouragement.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Fergus Falls, MN12.2024
CNA/ HHA - Healthcare
Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MN06.2016
High school - undefined
Alexandria Area High School
Alexandria, MNSkills
- Oral and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and remain composure under pressure
- Conflict-resolution and problem solving
- Information gathering and analysis
- Data entry programs/ charting systems
- Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA regulations
- NREMT Certified
- AHA CPR/BLS Certified
Certification
CNA
Current BLS/CPR (AHA hands on certification)
Nationally Registered EMT
Timeline
EMT
Glacial Ridge Health System
06.2022 - 12.2023
Hospital Float CNA
Maxim Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2022
CNA- Covid Unit (FEMA)
Acuity International
10.2021 - 12.2022
CNA (Covid Swab Specimen Collector)
AMI Healthcare/ FEMA
08.2021 - 10.2021
CNA (Vaccine Site)
Hamilton Staffing/ FEMA
02.2021 - 05.2021
Cedar Cove Assisted Living
Private Employer
12.2019 - 04.2020
CNA
CentraCare
08.2019 - 10.2019
PCA
AccraCare
06.2019 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Prime Time Healthcare
04.2019 - 06.2019
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Prime Time Healthcare
01.2019 - 03.2019
PCA/HHA
LifeWorks
06.2018 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Knute Nelson
09.2017 - 02.2020
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
CNA/ HHA - Healthcare
Alexandria Technical College
High school - undefined
Alexandria Area High School
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