Jessica Garner
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dedicated to providing exceptional care with a strong focus on ensuring that each patient and family member feels secure and supported throughout their stay. Committed to leveraging existing skills while actively learning the operational dynamics of the facility to enhance patient experiences. Aiming to pursue a nursing degree to deepen medical knowledge and improve the ability to positively impact patients' lives through informed treatment approaches. Passionate about creating adaptable living spaces that foster comfort and well-being during recovery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Observation Technician
Department of Veteran Affairs
Baltimore, MD
04.2025 - Current
- Utilized CareView technology to track and assess veterans' well-being in remote settings.
- Collaborate with staff to identify specific needs of each Veteran to ensure safety procedures implemented
- Redirect Veteran from getting out of bed, pulling lines, eloping
- Informing staff when there is a change of mental status, ETOH / substance withdrawl, impaired mobility, or when immediate attention is needed
- Getting report every shift from unit staff for any changes in condition of Veteran
- Documenting every hour in Careview notation system
- Documenting at the end of the shift via cprs with any changes, incidents witnessed, and overall behavior during shift
- Add and discontinue Veterans to and from Careview as needed
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
Baltimore, MM
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veteran Affairs
Baltimore, MD
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Restore/Maintain quality of life (ROM, ACL's)
- Active, quality care.
- Documenting progression and decline of resident(s)
- Educating unit staff, resident(s), and family members the importance and different techniques of participating in the restorative staff
- Collaborating with staff in encouraging resident(s) of participating and the benefits of the restorative program
- Assisted with positioning patients for comfort, safety and proper body alignment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices by adhering to universal precautions guidelines when necessary.
- Instructed family members on how to provide basic care when appropriate.
- Ensured that all equipment used is properly maintained and functioning correctly.
- Aided residents with mobility issues using appropriate devices such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes.
- Encouraged socialization among residents through group activities or one-on-one interactions.
- Applied braces, splints, bandages and prosthetic appliances.
Certified Nursing Assistant (PCT)
UMM St. Joseph Medical Center
Towson, MD
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Working alongside the staff to ensure that the needs of the patients were met, whether it's a general visit or an emergency situation.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Staffing Network
Towson, MD
04.2015 - 04.2018
- Medical records management, medical terminology, abbreviations and symbols
- In report, obtained information about patients medical history, drug history, and complaints
- Assists in helping patients with standing, moving, and transferring in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, and general admissions to the units
- Performed clerical duties, & daily charting, documenting patient information
- Collects laboratory specimens and blood and prepared them for lab testing
Education
PCT,/EKG/PHELEBOTOMY TRAINING
Brown's Career Institution And Training Center
Pikesville, MD06-2015
Certification In Nursing - Nursing Assistance
American RedCross Chesapeake Region
Baltimore02-2014
High School Diploma -
Reginald F. Lewis School of Business And Law
Baltimore06-2007
Skills
- Efficient patient handling
- Strong understanding of medical terminology
- Specimen collection
- Electronic Charting
- Hands-on patient support
- Basic Life Support
- Knowledge of HIPAA standards
- Hospitalized patient support
Certification
A00146688
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Safety Observation Technician
Department of Veteran Affairs
04.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
12.2022 - Current
Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veteran Affairs
09.2020 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant (PCT)
UMM St. Joseph Medical Center
04.2018 - 09.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Staffing Network
04.2015 - 04.2018
Certification In Nursing - Nursing Assistance
American RedCross Chesapeake Region
High School Diploma -
Reginald F. Lewis School of Business And Law
PCT,/EKG/PHELEBOTOMY TRAINING
Brown's Career Institution And Training Center