Angela Diaz
San Pablo,CA
Summary
Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Ro health
Vacaville, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
- Provided guidance and support to correctional officers regarding basic healthcare issues concerning inmates.
- Collaborated with other healthcare staff members to ensure continuity of care for inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
CNA
Legacy Post Acute Rehab Center
Martinez , CA
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- 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.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
CNA
Willow Pass Healthcare Center
Concord, CA
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- 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.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Teacher's Assistant
Sanchez daycare
San Francisco, CA
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
- Encouraged positive social behaviors among students through role modeling and conflict resolution techniques.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hercules High School
Hercules, CA06-2018
Skills
- Feeding Assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Toileting assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Mobility Assistance
- Electronic Charting
- Monitoring fluids
- Direct Patient Care
- Transporting patients
- Patient Lifting
- Collecting specimens
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Infection control procedures
- Wound care specialist
- Responding to emergencies
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Respiratory equipment training
- Ambulation Assistance
- Valid California driver's license
- Quick problem solver
- Safety Precautions
- Helping with medication
- Adaptable
- Geriatric Care
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Specimen Collection
- Able to lift 100 pounds
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Affiliations
- strong motivation and quick learning abilities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
Ro health
06.2024 - Current
CNA
Legacy Post Acute Rehab Center
08.2021 - 06.2024
CNA
Willow Pass Healthcare Center
04.2021 - 04.2022
Teacher's Assistant
Sanchez daycare
08.2018 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Hercules High School