Anna M. Hernandez
Fort Madison,IA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong background in supporting residents and collaborating with nursing staff to enhance patient care. Expertise in assisting individuals with daily living activities and monitoring for abnormalities, ensuring timely communication with nursing teams. Proven ability to lead engaging exercise groups that promote mobility and well-being, utilizing creative approaches to make fitness enjoyable for residents. Committed to fostering a positive environment that encourages independence and enhances the quality of life for all patients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restorative Aide ( Certified Nurse Aide)
Birkwood Village
Fort Madison, IA
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Implemented individualized restorative plans to promote physical and mental well-being.
- Monitored resident progress and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective care strategies for residents.
- Lead and plan and corridanate a daily exercise program for residents.
- Implemented proper body mechanics during transfers, positioning, and ambulation assistance to ensure the safety of both patients and caregivers alike.
- Assisted patients with range-of-motion exercises, promoting flexibility and preventing muscle atrophy.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to supervising therapists, maintaining effective communication among team members.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
Certified Nurse Aide
Grapetree Medical Staffing
Milford, IA
02.2016 - 03.2023
- Facilitated personal care by bathing and dressing patients to promote dignity and well-being.
- Delivered meals and facilitated dining experiences for patients.
- Assessed and documented vital signs to support clinical evaluations and treatment plans.
- Oversaw patient transfers between wheelchairs and beds to enhance comfort and care. Coordinated with healthcare staff to ensure safe repositioning of patients. Managed patient mobility to promote independence and well-being.
- Collected and documented patient condition data to ensure timely reporting to nursing professionals for optimal care.
- Addressed patient call lights to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
Education
Associates Degree - Medical Assistant
Kaplan University
Cedar Rapids, IASkills
- Skill in patient relations
- Knowledge of medical law and ethics
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Skill in office management and organization
- Knowledge of Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Knowledge of Coding and insurance processing
- Skill of record keeping and accounting
- Skill in laboratory techniques
- Knowledge of Clinical and Diagnostic procedures
- Knowledge of medication administration
- Skills in First Aid
- Knowledge of Office practices
- Safety awareness
- Verbal communication
- Range of motion
- Transfer techniques
- Geriatric care
- Gait training
- Communication
- Range of motion exercises
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Certified Nurse Assistant
- May 2013
Timeline
Restorative Aide ( Certified Nurse Aide)
Birkwood Village
02.2023 - Current
Certified Nurse Aide
Grapetree Medical Staffing
02.2016 - 03.2023
Associates Degree - Medical Assistant
Kaplan University