Everlyann Shorty
Phoenix
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Phoenix Indian Medical Center. Skilled in monitoring vital signs and ensuring patient comfort, I excel in building relationships and maintaining high standards of hygiene. Committed to infection control and patient safety, I effectively support individuals in achieving their personal care goals.
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Nursing Assistant
Phoenix Indian Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Mariott Hotel
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Sanitized all kitchen surfaces, wiped down cabinets, and swept and mopped floors
- Operated wet-vacuums, buffing machines, vacuums and upholstery cleaners to clean rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Responded to requests from patrons for linens and toiletries.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Completed pre-cleaning duties by setting up cleaning carts with fresh linens, cleaning supplies, and requested guest supplies.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
- Handled requests for extra linens, toiletries and other supplies.
- Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
- Swept high ceilings, tight spaces and around furniture to remove built up dust and cobwebs.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.
- Rotated linens in storerooms and replenished when supplies ran low.
- Scrubbed floors with special cleaners and equipment to achieve deep clean.
Memory Care Nursing Assistant
Scottsdale Village Square
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Long Term Acute Care Nursing Assistant
Curahealth Hospital Northwest Phoenix
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Adult Rehab CNA
Santé of North Scottsdale - Skilled Nursing&rehab
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Room Attendant
Prairie Knights Casino & Resort
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Responded to guest requests for assistance, toiletries, and personal care items.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Vacuumed, dusted and maintained common areas, hallways, and waiting areas at elevators.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Replenished guest room water glasses, toiletries, and paper products.
- Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
- Vacuumed carpets, mopped floors and dusted surfaces to maintain spotless environment.
- Checked appliances in guest rooms to determine good working order.
- Inspected guest rooms to replenish soap, paper towels and toiletries.
- Collected trash and moved garbage cans from kitchen areas to pick-up stations.
- Rotated linens in storerooms and replenished when supplies ran low.
- Scrubbed floors with special cleaners and equipment to achieve deep clean.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Swept high ceilings, tight spaces and around furniture to remove built up dust and cobwebs.
- Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
- Restocked cleaning storage cabinets, carts and baskets for easy use.
- Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
- Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.
- Handled requests for extra linens, toiletries and other supplies.
- Returned emptied garbage receptacles to proper locations.
Education
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Phoenix Job Corps Center
518 S 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 8500402-2018
High School Diploma -
Standing Rock High School
9189 Highway 24, Fort Yates, ND 5853805-2014
Skills
- Personal hygiene support
- Monitoring fluids
- Call light response
- Medical record tracking
- Community activities
- Catheter care
- Medical terminology
- Patient feeding
- Healthcare ethics
- Infection control
- Mobility assistance
- Patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Collecting specimens
- Quality assurance controls
- Basic life support
- Light housekeeping
- Patient care and safety
- Patient assessments
- Patient mobility support
- Patient relationship building
- HIPAA
- Electronic charting
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control procedures
Accomplishments
- Achieved Bee Award by completing excellent patient care with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved medal of honor from Phoenix indian medical center through effectively helping with Covid Pandemic.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
ICU Nursing Assistant
Phoenix Indian Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Mariott Hotel
04.2020 - 06.2020
Memory Care Nursing Assistant
Scottsdale Village Square
08.2019 - 06.2020
Long Term Acute Care Nursing Assistant
Curahealth Hospital Northwest Phoenix
04.2018 - 01.2020
Adult Rehab CNA
Santé of North Scottsdale - Skilled Nursing&rehab
03.2018 - 10.2018
Room Attendant
Prairie Knights Casino & Resort
01.2015 - 07.2016
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Phoenix Job Corps Center
High School Diploma -
Standing Rock High School
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