Athena Chen
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a proven track record at Denver Health Medical Center, adept in vital signs monitoring and offering emotional support. Excelled in patient care, ensuring dignity and promoting independence, while fostering team collaboration. Demonstrated critical thinking in emergency support, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and safety.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Denver Health Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Barista
Starbucks
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiography
Red Rocks Community College
Denver, CO05-2026
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
South Denver School of Nursing Arts
Centennial, CO07-2023
High School Diploma -
Monarch High School
Louisville, CO05-2021
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility and adaptability
- End-of-life care
- Specimen collection
- Patient transfers
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CO Driver's License
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Timeline
CNA
Denver Health Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Barista
Starbucks
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CO Driver's License
Associate of Applied Science - Radiography
Red Rocks Community College
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
South Denver School of Nursing Arts
High School Diploma -
Monarch High School
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