JENNA C. CAMMACK
Wheaton
Summary
Motivated nursing student at the University of Iowa and dedicated Patient Safety Technician at Northwestern Medicine, recognized for a strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient well-being through compassionate care, vigilant observation, and effective conflict resolution strategies. Committed to gaining hands-on experience, expanding clinical knowledge, and contributing to a safe, healing-centered environment. Passionate about fostering positive patient experiences and supporting healthcare teams in delivering high-quality care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Safety Technician
Northwestern Medicine – Central DuPage Hospital
Winfield, IL
05.2025 - Current
- Maintain continuous bedside presence with assigned patients, unless relieved by appropriate staff.
- Engage in calming and reorienting conversations with patients who are experiencing agitation or confusion.
- Identify and remove hazards from the patient's environment, and report as appropriate.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as ambulating, toileting, bed-making, and positioning, as delegated by the supervising RN.
- Provide continuous safety observation via video monitoring for patients identified as at risk, including offering comfort measures, and addressing emotional needs through encouragement, distraction, coping strategies, cognitive stimulation activities, and de-escalation techniques.
Retails Associate
M & Em's and Meredith Jaye
Glen Ellyn, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Proactively engaging with customers with a smile, welcoming them into the store, and assisting customers in finding products, answering questions, and making product recommendations.
- Operating the cash register accurately and efficiently while processing payments from customers.
- Perform in-store tasks, including ensuring a fast and efficient register experience, assisting in replenishment activities to keep the store full and abundant, and assisting with store cleanliness and organization.
Unit Partner
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Iowa City, IA
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Monitored stock levels and replenished supplies to maintain workflow continuity.
- Facilitated safe and efficient transportation of patients to medical facilities.
- Assisted in executing basic comfort tasks under supervision.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure timely fulfillment of general unit demands.
- Engaged with patients to monitor conditions and offer emotional support as needed.
- Took blood glucose readings, set up and delivered meal trays, and occasionally assisted patients with feeding.
- Organized and sanitized patient rooms to ensure safety and hygiene standards.
- Facilitated patient repositioning and boosting to enhance comfort and mitigate pressure injuries.
Event Planner Assistant
Aria Events
Bloomingdale, IL
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted in creating balloon garlands, desserts, floral designs, and guest tables for various events including wedding receptions, birthdays, anniversary parties, holiday parties, and baby or wedding showers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Wheaton North High School
Wheaton, IL05-2024
Skills
- Patient care support
- Effective interpersonal communication
- Team-oriented collaboration
- Consistent reliability
- Experienced in conflict management
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Adaptability under pressure
- Dedicated work ethic
- Dependable team contributor
- Commitment to ongoing learning
Affiliations
Iowa Wellness Society, University of Iowa - Vice President of Membership & Engagement
06/2025 - Current
- Manages and tracks participation from current and new members and gathers feedback
- Reaches out to new possible members
- hares insights on member preferences, helping shape future events based on what resonates most with the chapter
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Campus Involvement
Chi Omega Fraternity, University of Iowa - Member
11/2024 - Current
- Participate in philanthropic initiatives and chapter events promoting leadership, service, and personal development
- Engage in community outreach through Make-A-Wish Foundation partnership
Timeline
Unit Partner
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
09.2025 - 05.2026
Patient Safety Technician
Northwestern Medicine – Central DuPage Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Retails Associate
M & Em's and Meredith Jaye
01.2022 - Current
Event Planner Assistant
Aria Events
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
High School Diploma -
Wheaton North High School