ALEXANDRA DOROFEEVA
Fresno,CA
Summary
Dedicated, service-focused, enthusiastic Certified Nursing Assistant brings 7-years background serving patients in various healthcare settings, assisting with activities of daily living and conducting physical assessments. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients from diverse backgrounds and different age age groups. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge of CPR and first aid. Committed to collaborating with healthcare team members and families to provide quality patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Home Health Aide
Hospice CHHA, Oyuna Hospice
Fresno, CA
11.2019 - Current
- Provided patients with assistance in completing activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, meal intakes, range of motion exercises and transferring, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Preserved residents dignity and minimize discomfort while carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, diapering, emptying drainage bags, etc.
- Commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration, patient relations and consistent delivery of empathetic care.
- Delivered outstanding direct patient care and reporting by communicating successfully with people from broad range of backgrounds and maintaining calm and professional demeanor in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Complied with HIPAA standards in all residents documentation and interaction.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Collaborated effectively with with Hospice team members to ensure great customer service and optimal medical outcomes.
- Bolstered performance 20% by maintaining current knowledge of all policies and procedures and serving as mentor for new hires.
- Strengthened professional relationships by anticipating needs, exceeding service expectations, and following through on commitments.
- Analyzed problems as they arose and developed strategic solutions to address and mitigate future issues.
Certified Home Health Aide
Hospice CHHA, Bright Horizon Hospice
Fresno, CA
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Provided high-quality gentle direct care to hospice patients in variable settings such as private houses, assisted, skilled and rehabilitation facilities.
- Monitor, track, and convey observations and baseline measurements in patient medical record to Hospice team members to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Reported to RN case manager with any changes in patient's condition and additional patient's needs
- Performed timely and accurate documentation of visits made
- Provided support and education on end of living to patient's family members
- Effectively communicated any patient’s/ patient’s family’s needs to Hospice team members.
Medication Technician
Vintage Gardens Assisted Living
Fresno, CA
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Explained treatment procedures, medications and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Administered medications to residents per physician's order.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Scheduled needed appointments.
- Effectively communicated with physician, nurses, PCTs, pharmacist, and resident’s families.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Living Center
Fresno, CA
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Provided high-quality resident care as full time CNA in 200+bed long term care facility.
- Delivered immaculate individualized patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, recording vital signs, documenting observations, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Performed timely and accurate documentation of care provided, patients' intake and output.
- Experienced in providing care for residents in Long Term, Alzheimer's and Dementia Memory Care unit,Rehabilitation unit.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients on Memory Care unit to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
General Dentist
OOO Life
Saint Petersburg, Russia, Russia
09.2007 - 05.2010
- Provided and managed direct patient care including examinations, evaluation assessments, examined x-rays, diagnoses and treatment for a diverse patient population.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Performed endodontic procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
- Improved patients' comfort by providing calm and professional care, explaining procedures, answering questions and carefully managing pain.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
Dentist Intern
OOO Life
Saint Petersburg, Russia, Russia
06.2006 - 09.2007
- Trained in all aspects of General Dentist duties.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Improved patients' oral health by educating on better brushing and flossing habits.
- Referred patients to specialists such as orthodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons based on individual needs.
- Checked teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants.
- Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
Dental Assistant
OOO Life
Saint Petersburg, Russia, Russia
01.2003 - 06.2006
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Prepared and maintained instruments, equipment and materials for all dental procedures.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided patients with information about ongoing procedures and preparing them for treatment or surgery.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
- Ordered dental supplies and maintained stock.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA12.2022
Certified Home Health Aid -
Clovis Adult School
Clovis, CA02.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Golden Living Training Center
Fresno, CA05.2015
Bachelor of Dental Science -
Saint-Petersburg State I.P.Pavlov Medical University
Saint Petersburg, Russia06.2006
Skills
- Direct Patient Care and Safety
- Vital Signs and Patient Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Electronic Medical Records
- Time Management
- Diagnostic Testing
- Medical Terminology
- Medication Administration
- Privacy/HIPAA Regulations
- Biohazard/infection control
- Supply Management
- Patients Advocacy and Support
- Service-Oriented
- Bilingual
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
German
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Certified Home Health Aide
Hospice CHHA, Oyuna Hospice
11.2019 - Current
Certified Home Health Aide
Hospice CHHA, Bright Horizon Hospice
05.2018 - 11.2019
Medication Technician
Vintage Gardens Assisted Living
04.2017 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Living Center
03.2015 - 08.2017
General Dentist
OOO Life
09.2007 - 05.2010
Dentist Intern
OOO Life
06.2006 - 09.2007
Dental Assistant
OOO Life
01.2003 - 06.2006
Associate Degree in Nursing -
College of The Sequoias
Certified Home Health Aid -
Clovis Adult School
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Golden Living Training Center
Bachelor of Dental Science -
Saint-Petersburg State I.P.Pavlov Medical University