Alicia Geter
Van Nuys,CA
Summary
Dedicated CNA with experience at Grand Valley Health Care Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through attentive support and effective communication, while ensuring HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to promote independence and dignity, contributing to improved quality of life for residents.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Grand Valley Health Care Center
Van Nuys, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of resident areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support individual care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Education
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Southeastern High School
Detroit, MI06.1987
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate communication
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- HHA Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Grand Valley Health Care Center
01.2023 - Current
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Southeastern High School