ALEXIS TODD R.N. 1657 W. Montvale, Apt. 1, Chicago, IL 60643 Phone: 773-431-3325 Email: alexistodd10@gmail.com Summary of Qualifications Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Dedicated, energetic, able to engage, communicate and interact effectively with patients, families, and medical staff. An innovative self-starter with strong work ethic. Able to work efficiently in highly fluid environments. Critical thinker capable of providing competent and dignified patient care Clinical Training Upheld high standard of nursing care for a diverse population of patients from newborn to geriatric in a variety of settings including Medical Surgical, Telemetry, Pediatrics, Obstetrics, and Operating Suites. Performed total patient assessments including neurologic, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and IV site/line Educated patients and their families on disease processes, medical-surgical procedures, and aspects of therapeutic regimens, including medication and pain management technique Followed aseptic procedures and provided care in accordance with universal precautions Administered oral, intravenous, intramuscular and subcutaneous medications Worked effectively with an interdisciplinary team, and performed accurate charting procedures Cared for postpartum patients and their newborns Professional Experience Certified Nursing Assistant Private Patient(s) 1/2013 to 9/2013 Monitored patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise Supported patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands Assisted patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming Helped patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene Helped family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and reposition the patient; advised on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping Recorded patient information by making entries in the patient journal; notified nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions (if applicable) Certified Nursing Assistant Excellent Professional Care, Oak Lawn, IL 1/2008 to 1/2009 Provided one on one care to patients in the hospital setting in a variety of departments Provided assistance to nursing staff on an as-needed basis Completed and recorded vital signs Answered patient calls for care and feeding Assisted immobile patients with bathing, feeding and clothing Certified Nursing Assistant Manor Care Rehabilitation Center Oak Lawn, IL Provided assistance to nursing staff on an as-needed basis Answered patient calls for care and feeding Assisted immobile patients with bathing, feeding and clothing 5/2007 to 12/2007 Education Associate of Science in Nursing, May 2015 Richard J. Daley College, Chicago, Illinois Awards and Honors Dean’s List 2014-2015-Richard J. Daley College Presidential Scholar 2011-2012-Kennedy King College Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Member, Lambda Rho Chapter Certifications and Licensure Registered Nurse: Illinois State Board of Nursing License # pending Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), IL, Present Certified Nursing Assistant May 2007-present