Ryan Pickard
Easton
Summary
Offers strong commitment to providing exceptional patient care. Works well in fast-paced environments managing multiple tasks and providing timely treatments and support. Possesses solid understanding of nursing principles, patient advocacy and evidence-based practices.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern II
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Documented and communicated patient information in EMR system for accurate tracking.
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
MorningStar Senior Living
01.2025 - Current
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA05-2026
AA - General Studies
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA12.2017
Skills
- Catheter care
- Infection control
- Treatment Planning
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Personal hygiene management
- Compassionate care
- Electronic charting
- Health promotion
- Direct patient care
- Nursing team support
Accomplishments
- Achieved Med Tech Level 1 Certification by completing Pennsylvania State Medical Technician Training with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training: 08/01/18 - Present
- Hazmat: 04/01/18 - Present
- Mandated Reporter: 08/01/16 - Present
- CNA: 11/21/23 - Present
- CPR Certification: 11/01/23 - 11/30/25
- BLS Certification: 11/01/23 - 11/30/25
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Nurse Extern II
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
05.2025 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
MorningStar Senior Living
01.2025 - Current
AA - General Studies
Northampton Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Northampton Community College
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