Edwanda Reid-Gary
Charlotte, *****, +1-980-***-****, *********@*****.***
SUMMARY Dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience in patient care, clinical support, and medical procedures. Proven ability to assist with endoscopy procedures, maintain equipment, and ensure sterile environments. Skilled in vital signs monitoring, specimen collection, and patient transport. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and supporting medical teams in fast-paced clinical settings. Eager to contribute strong clinical skills and a patient-centered approach to enhance healthcare services.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Endoscopy Technician
Novant Medical Center
04/2023 – Present Huntersville
Support physicians and nurses in performing endoscopy procedures. Prepare and maintain instruments and equipment essential for endoscopy procedures.
Execute thorough cleaning, disinfection, and calibration of endoscopy instruments and scopes in accordance with facility standards. Certified Nursing Assistant
Novant Health
09/2015 – Present Huntersville
Provide delegated direct patient care activities to an assigned patient group under the guidance of a registered nurse.
Perform a range of tasks including cleaning of care areas, stocking supplies, and managing the disposal of linen and materials.
Deliver patient care on the Pre Op/Phase II unit, adhering strictly to established policies, procedures, and care standards. Collect bodily specimens for testing, record routine vital signs, monitor blood glucose levels, and document patient intake and output. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of equipment, expected patient outcomes, and potential complications.
CNA
CJW MEDICAL CENTER
03/2008 – 06/2015 Richmond va
Administered patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse
(RN).
Contributed to maintaining a clean and safe patient environment. Collected bodily specimens for testing, recorded routine vital signs, monitored blood glucose levels, and documented patient intake and output. Utilized basic computer skills and managed multiple telephone lines. housekeeping
Crothall
09/2014 – 05/2015 Richmond
Sanitized the patient holding area following surgical procedures. Performed thorough disinfection of patient rooms after discharge. Residential Aide
Ginter Hall South
08/2007 – 05/2008 Richmond
Assisted patients with essential daily living activities including toileting, bathing, feeding, and dressing.
Residential counselor I
Genesis Family Home
01/2007 – 05/2008 Concord nc
Oversaw clients' daily routines by adhering to treatment plans and meticulously documenting all daily activities.
Instructional Assistant
Henrico County Public Schools
09/2007 – 12/2007 Richmond va
Provided one-on-one support for a student with special needs. Facilitated the student's engagement in classwork, feeding, toileting, and school activities.
Radiology Transporter / Care Partner
North East Medical Center
02/1998 – 08/2006 Concord
Managed and executed activities of daily living for patients under the direction of a registered nurse.
Performed electrocardiograms (EKGs), bladder scans, phlebotomy, urinary catheter insertion, collected bodily specimens, monitored routine vital signs and glucose levels, and recorded intake and output. Transported patients via wheelchair or stretcher to and from examinations, including X-ray, Ultrasound, MRI, and CT scans.
Escorted deceased patients to the morgue, managed entry and exit logs, and facilitated their release to funeral homes.
Patient care tech/med tech
Best of care
05/1996 – 04/1998 Kannapolis
Addressed patients' personal care needs, including bathing, hair care, and feeding.
Monitored routine vital signs and blood glucose levels. Administered prescribed medications to patients at scheduled times. Temp-Purchase for Resale
Griffin Staffing Services
1997 – 1997 Concord nc
Procured electrical parts in bulk, disassembled them into smaller units, and subsequently resold them.
EDUCATION
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
High School Diploma
2007 – 06/2007 Internet
Cabarrus community college
Diploma, nursing (certified nursing assistant)
2002 – 2002 Concord
Park West High School
High school diploma, Culinary Arts
09/1980 – 03/1983 New York
CERTIFICATES CNA