Erin Dowdle
Duncan
Summary
Eager and hard-working certified nursing assistant seeking experience during the gap period between undergraduate and physician assistant school.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prisma Health
01.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with bathroom needs, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Unemployed
Unemployed
10.2022 - 12.2023
- I took a planned career break starting in October 2022 in order to take classes at USC Upstate
- Additionally, I learned how to manage a chronic illness
- During the summer and early fall of 2023, I aided my retired father in various home repair and landscaping projects
Medical Scribe
Robin Healthcare
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Wrote high-quality, error-free notes in a fast-paced environment to ensure high-quality patient care by providing accurate documentation on history, procedures, consults, and discussions
- Worked with a team of other medical scribe professionals and became a dependable, valuable team member by assisting coworkers and training new hires
- Became well-versed in communicating effectively using the correct medical terminology
- Trained and used several electronic medical records to view patient appointments, gain relevant background information, and post notes
- Correctly chose and billed the appropriate levels and codes for appointments
Fitness Room Attendant
Wofford College
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Kept fitness center clean, neat, and well-stocked for use
- Monitored fitness center for medical emergencies and performed first aid care as needed
- Checked for identification and kept a list of who entered the gym and when
Athletic Training Assistant
Wofford College Football Team
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Aided the athletic trainers in providing emergency care, first aid, and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on the field, during practice, or while exercising
- Instructed athletes on appropriate stretches and at-home treatments for minor injuries
- Provided water, ice, and sports drinks during games and practice
- Moved equipment and aided in set up for practice, as well as home and away games
Medical Technician Volunteer
Community Medical Clinic of Kershaw County
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Communicated with patients and families to obtain patient medical histories and vital information
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, blood sugar, and temperature to record information on patients' charts
- Interacted with patients and families of various backgrounds while demonstrating high standards of compassion, empathy, and listening skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of South Carolina, Upstate
Spartanburg, SC05-2026
Nursing Assistant Program -
Professional Development & Training Services, LLC
Lugoff, SC09.2023
Biology - Spanish
Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC08.2021
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Infection control procedures
- Vital sign recording
- Light housekeeping
- Unit Clerk Duties
- Communication skills
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Transcription
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prisma Health
01.2024 - Current
Unemployed
Unemployed
10.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Scribe
Robin Healthcare
11.2021 - 10.2022
Fitness Room Attendant
Wofford College
08.2019 - 12.2020
Athletic Training Assistant
Wofford College Football Team
08.2018 - 12.2018
Medical Technician Volunteer
Community Medical Clinic of Kershaw County
06.2018 - 08.2018
Biology - Spanish
Wofford College
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of South Carolina, Upstate
Nursing Assistant Program -
Professional Development & Training Services, LLC
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