Anai Ibarra

• Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
• Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
• Documented observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
• Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
• Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
• Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
• Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
• Provided client assessments upon admission and discharge.
• Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
• Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
• Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
• Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
• Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
• Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
• Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
• Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
• Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
• Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
• Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
• Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
• Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
• Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
• Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
• Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
• Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
• Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
• Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
• Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
• Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
• Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.

Provides patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transporting patients; answering patients' call lights and requests; and reporting observations of the patient to nursing supervisor. Documents actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records.

• Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas, and nursing stations.
• Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
• Used mobility devices to transport patients.
• Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
• Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
• Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
• Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
• Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
• Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
• Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
• Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
• Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
• Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
• Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
• Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
• Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
• Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.

• Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
• Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
• Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
• Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
• Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
• Delivered high level of care to every patient.
• Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
• Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
• Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
• Provided support with bathing, toileting, grooming, and washing.
• Assisted patients gently and respectfully with daily living activities and documented care per unit protocols.
• Assisted over 16 residents with daily needs, personal hygiene, dressing and facility transfers.
• Monitored fluid intake and output levels to evaluate electrolyte imbalances.
• Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
• Transferred patients in wheelchairs or with gurneys to other units or departments within the facility.
• Cared for residents by changing linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning rooms and bathrooms.
• Assisted nurses with treatments such as enemas, douches or catheterizations per physician orders.
• Observed patients' progress and reported any changes in health status to supervisor.
• Participated in continuing education programs related to CNA duties.
• Ensured that all supplies were properly stocked on unit before beginning shift.
• Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Used mobility devices to transport patients.
• Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
• Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
• Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
• Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.