DENNIS NICHOLSON
Stone Mountain
Summary
Nursing assistant with 35 years of experience in both the hospital and clinic environment.Interested in obtaining a position that will best unitize my experience,knowledge and allow room for professional growth.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Department Of Veteran Affairs - Surgical Unit
Decatur, GA
11.2015 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
Escort
Department Of Veterans Affairs - Escort Department
Decatur, GA
11.2013 - 11.2015
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment deliveries and patient trips and submitted documentation at end of shift
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information
Patient Care Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital - Care Initiation Unit
Atlanta, GA
07.2008 - 11.2013
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed blood draws,foley catheter insertions/removal and EKGs.
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
Unites States Navy
Atlanta
01.1986 - 12.2011
- Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Administered medical care for range of conditions and basic health concerns.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Evaluated injured or ill persons to determine nature and extent of concerns.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Coordinated and executed transport of sick and injured patients.
- Learned new techniques to better serve patients' needs.
Clinical Partner
Piedmont Hospital - Emergency Room
Atlanta, GA
10.1999 - 02.2008
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
- Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
Education
Certificate - Field Medical Techniques
Field Medical Service School
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NCDiploma - Surgical Technology
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GACertificate - Hospital Corpsman A School
Hospital Corps School
Great Lakes, ILSkills
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Performing EKGs
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Department Of Veteran Affairs - Surgical Unit
11.2015 - Current
Escort
Department Of Veterans Affairs - Escort Department
11.2013 - 11.2015
Patient Care Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital - Care Initiation Unit
07.2008 - 11.2013
Clinical Partner
Piedmont Hospital - Emergency Room
10.1999 - 02.2008
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
Unites States Navy
01.1986 - 12.2011
Certificate - Field Medical Techniques
Field Medical Service School
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Chattahoochee Technical College
Certificate - Hospital Corpsman A School
Hospital Corps School
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