Amanda Aguilar
Auburn,MA
Summary
Proven CNA at Haven Health Care Center, adept in personal hygiene assistance and dementia care, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and HIPAA compliance, I significantly improved patient wellbeing through attentive care and efficient communication, contributing to a positive team environment. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
PC Technician
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
01.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
Float Health Aide
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
01.2009 - 01.2020
- Improved patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care.
- Recorded patient information in patient journals and notified nursing supervisors of changing or unusual conditions.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective teamwork, communication, and collaboration with colleagues.
- Observed and reported on patient conditions and changes.
- Transported and accompanied patient to doctor visits or hospital.
- Increased patient satisfaction with personalized attention to individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patient by providing personal services such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations, protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Purchased, prepared, and served food for patients and other members of family by following special prescribed diets.
- Administered medications as prescribed, reducing errors and ensuring proper dosing schedules were followed.
- Performed housekeeping tasks for a clean living environment conducive to healing.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted patients in dressing, bathing and grooming.
CNA
Haven Health Care Center
01.2008 - 02.2009
- 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
Associate Degree In Psychology - Psychology
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MAAssociate Of Applied Arts - General Studies
Bunkerhill Community College
Charlestown, MA2020
HealthCare - Nurses Aide
Northeast Metropolitan Regional Technical High School
Wakefield, MA06.2007
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Dementia Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
PC Technician
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
01.2020 - Current
Float Health Aide
East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
01.2009 - 01.2020
CNA
Haven Health Care Center
01.2008 - 02.2009
Associate Degree In Psychology - Psychology
Quinsigamond Community College
Associate Of Applied Arts - General Studies
Bunkerhill Community College
HealthCare - Nurses Aide
Northeast Metropolitan Regional Technical High School
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