Aspen Casares
Greeley,CO
Summary
Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience, adept in electronic charting and demonstrating exceptional empathy and active listening skills. Proven track record in improving patient care and supporting over 20 residents with diverse medical conditions. Specializes in dementia care and proficient in medical terminology, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered services.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Broadview Health and Rehabilitation
11.2022 - Current
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility, rehabilitation, long-term care and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, dementia, etc.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, oxygen and heart rate.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility, rehabilitation, long-term care and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, dementia, etc.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, oxygen and heart rate.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Interim HealthCare
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Traveled to multiple facilities and maintained building standards for cares.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility, rehabilitation, long-term care and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, dementia, etc.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, oxygen and heart rate.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greeley West High School
Greeley, CO05.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Aims Community College
Greeley, CO05.2018
Certificate - Certified Nurses Assistant
Aims Community College
Greeley, CO05.2018
Skills
- Documenting behaviors
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Lifting
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Mobility Assistance
- Care plan implementation
- Direct Patient Care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- End of life care
- Feeding Assistance
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Broadview Health and Rehabilitation
11.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation
08.2020 - 11.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Interim HealthCare
05.2018 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Greeley West High School
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Aims Community College
Certificate - Certified Nurses Assistant
Aims Community College
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