Dedicated professional with extensive direct support experience in healthcare. Proficient in paperwork procedures, mobility assistance, and documentation compliance. Strong team player with adaptability to evolving needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Genesis HealthCare
Albuquerque, NM
03.2023 - Current
Transported residents within the facility as needed.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Patient Care Technician
Presbyterian Hospital
Albuquerque, United States
01.2020 - 01.2023
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Patient Care Technician
University of New Mexico Hospitals
Albuquerque, United States
04.2010 - 05.2020
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
Home Care Aide
Heritage Home Healthcare
Albuquerque, United States
04.2009 - 04.2010
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Receptionist
Alorica
Manhattan, KS
05.2006 - 05.2007
Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Served visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing to appropriate personnel.
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