Jenna Beck
Carlinville
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise at Carlinville Area Hospital, delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring HIPAA compliance. A reliable team player skilled in monitoring vital signs and enhancing patient comfort, I excel in fostering positive relationships and promoting independence, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carlinville Area Hospital
Carlinville, IL
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients on basic health management and self-care practices.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Receptionist
Kravanya & Boente Family Dentistry
Carlinville, IL
06.2023 - Current
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination to optimize daily operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Assisted dental staff with administrative tasks to ensure efficient workflow.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated information in electronic health record systems.
- Trained new reception staff on office protocols and software systems for seamless integration.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Answered phone calls, confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carlinville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Carlinville, IL
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and dementia.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility.
Pro Shop Attendant
Carlinville Country Club
Carlinville, IL
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted with daily operations of pro shop, ensuring customer inquiries were addressed promptly.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for merchandise, facilitating efficient stock management.
- Organized displays to enhance product visibility and increase customer engagement.
- Processed sales transactions using point-of-sale system, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in cash handling.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer service standards to uphold service quality.
- Demonstrated outstanding communication skills while resolving customer complaints or concerns professionally.
Education
Biology-Premed
Blackburn College
Carlinville, IL06.2026
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Professional
Certification
CPR/BLS
CNA
Additional Information
Volunteering:
-Cross Church Sunday school: 2016-current
-Disaster relief packaging and loading
-Alzheimer’s Walk volunteer
-Blood drive coordination
-Election judge (county)
-Science Day 2024-2026
-Mac. County Scholarship Auction 2024-2026
-Beautification Day 2025-2026
-Wrapped Christmas gifts at a toy giveaway event for underprivileged families
-Trunk or Treat trunk host
-Sustainable art event co-coordinator
-Chronic Wasting Disease lab 2023 and 2025
Affiliations
Secretary of Prehealth Professions Club
-Organize blood drives
-Provide opportunities for those aspiring to a healthcare profession
Secretary of the Sustainability Club
-Make the campus and community more eco-friendly
-Organized plant sales
-Organized a sustainable art event
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carlinville Area Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Receptionist
Kravanya & Boente Family Dentistry
06.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carlinville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
04.2023 - 08.2024
Pro Shop Attendant
Carlinville Country Club
04.2021 - 09.2022
Biology-Premed
Blackburn College