Andrea Sena-Jimenez

Provided patient care in a telemetry unit. Assisted patients with ADLs. Monitored patient's conditions and coordinated with Nurses by communicating any changes. Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care. Maintained patient records with confidentiality and care. Served as a liaison between the unit and other departments within the hospital. Assisted with patient admissions and discharge procedures. Answered phones and directed calls appropriately. Filed, faxed, and photocopied documents as needed.

Provided patient care in a long term care setting. Monitored the surroundings of the patients to make sure they are in a safe environment. Assisted patients with ADLs including transferring using assistive devices. Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing. Turned and adjusted patients in bed to prevent bed sores. Helped with meals and recorded meal and fluid intake and charting. Coordinated with other CNAs by communicating any changes in patients care during shift change.

Provided patient care in a locked psychiatric facility. Assisted patients with many psychiatric disorders including PTSD, schizoaffective disorders, depression, suicidal and homicidal ideations, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, and more. Lead and encouraged patients to participate in mental health group discussions. Interacted with patients in a one on one setting to identify the personal interest of each patient. Preserved patients dignity and minimize discomfort while carrying out ADL duties. Observed and reported any changes in behaviors to charge nurse and documented in charting.