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Angelita Arredondo

San Antonio

Summary

Dedicated CNA with experience at NIX Health, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective support during daily activities. Committed to fostering a positive healing environment while ensuring patient dignity and independence.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA/Patient Sitter

Private Duty
02.2021 - 11.2023
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

CNA

NIX Health
06.2018 - 09.2020
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Unit Secretary

Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
06.2011 - 04.2017
  • Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
  • Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
  • Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients'' families, keeping everyone informed on treatment plans and progress updates.
  • Managed inventory levels of office supplies, ensuring adequate stock was available at all times for efficient unit operations.

Unit Secretary

Methodist Medical Center
08.1992 - 04.2011
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
  • Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.

NICU Unit Secretary

Woman's and Childrens Hospital
02.1982 - 08.1992
  • Assisted nurses and physicians in providing optimal care to NICU patients through timely communication and accurate transcription of orders.
  • Expedited insurance billing processes by collecting necessary documentation from patients'' families and forwarding it to the hospital billing department.
  • Assisted in maintaining proper patient-to-nurse ratios by tracking and recording current staffing levels and coordinating with nursing management to address any discrepancies.
  • Promoted effective interdepartmental coordination by maintaining open lines of communication with relevant hospital staff during shift changes or critical situations.

Education

CNA - Nursing

Baptist School of Nursing
San Antonio, TX
09-2003

High School Diploma -

Edgewood Highschool
San Antonio, TX
06-1973

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient transfers

Timeline

CNA/Patient Sitter

Private Duty
02.2021 - 11.2023

CNA

NIX Health
06.2018 - 09.2020

Unit Secretary

Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
06.2011 - 04.2017

Unit Secretary

Methodist Medical Center
08.1992 - 04.2011

NICU Unit Secretary

Woman's and Childrens Hospital
02.1982 - 08.1992

CNA - Nursing

Baptist School of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Edgewood Highschool

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