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Abbigale Derden

Conway

Summary

As a Junior nursing student, I am dedicated to this field of work proven through my time spent in school and hands-on as a CNA. With school I am provided with the basic skills and knowledge of nursing. I am an adept Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in direct patient care and compassionate support, honed at Salem Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and The Springs at Yellville. I am patient, empathic, and generous individual with strong commitment to providing compassionate care while ensuring collaboration. With me as a worker, I will strive to be a dedicated and hardworking employee.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Salem Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information
  • Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding
  • Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines
  • Helped maintain a positive environment by providing encouragement and support to residents
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during times of distress
  • Encouraged patient participation in activities designed for their physical and mental health improvement

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

The Springs at Yellville
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
  • Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
  • Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients

Camp Counselor/Camp Nurse Assisstant

Cub Creek Science Camp
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Worked with the camp nurses to make sure the children under my supervision and other counselors camper's arrived received their morning, lunch, and dinner meds.
  • Spent my hour break from leading a class to help at the clinic.
  • Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills.

Barista

Docs Coffee and Creamery
02.2024 - Current
  • Promoted to shift-lead to provide leadership, training, inventory task; working to provide structure and calmness during rushes.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Cotter High School
Cotter, AR
05-2022

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Quick problem solver
  • Reliable team player
  • Team work and communication
  • Microsoft Experience

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • CPR Certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Opening Mind Through Art (OMA) - Dementia Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Health and Safety for Food Handlers Certification - ServSafe.

Timeline

Camp Counselor/Camp Nurse Assisstant

Cub Creek Science Camp
05.2024 - 07.2024

Barista

Docs Coffee and Creamery
02.2024 - Current

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Salem Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - 02.2024

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

The Springs at Yellville
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • CPR Certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Opening Mind Through Art (OMA) - Dementia Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Health and Safety for Food Handlers Certification - ServSafe.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

University of Central Arkansas

High School Diploma -

Cotter High School
Abbigale Derden