Aurora Gutierrez
Nipomo,California
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience in patient care and medical assistance, notably at Atascadero State Hospital. Excelled in medication administration and emergency response, demonstrating a profound ability to support patients' emotional and physical needs. Achieved significant improvements in patient health outcomes through effective collaboration and therapeutic communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
California Mens Colony
01.2022 - Current
- A round-the-clock watch by warders on a prisoner considered to be in danger of harming him- or herself
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Psych Tech Trainee
Atascadero State Hospital
Atascadero, CA
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Complete ADLs with patients
- Room Checks
- Vital Signs
- Medication Compliance
- Documentation
CNA/Scheduler
Marian Pain Managment
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
UC/NA/MO
Marian Regional Medical Center
12.2018 - 01.2021
- Technicians, also known as EKG technicians or cardiac monitor technicians,observe heartbeats and electrocardiograms (EKGs) to assist with the interpretation and diagnosis of conditions related to the heart
- They typically work day and night shifts and report directly to a lead nurse or doctor.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
CNA
Marian Extended Care
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Direct Support Professional
PathPoint
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Education
Psychiatric Technician - Psychiatric Technician
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA01-2025
High School Diploma -
Delta High School at Orcutt
CAJanuary2008 Certified Nursing Assistant in nursing Mission View at San Luis Obispo March 2018 - December 2018 Key Skills Certifications BLS -
Skills
- Medication Assistance
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Medical Records Management
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Family Support and Assistance
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Case Management
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Charting Expertise
- Supporting Personal Needs
- EMR Systems
- Responding to Emergencies
- Wound Care
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Oral Hygiene
- Activity Coordination
- Meal Planning
- Recording Vital Signs
- Inpatient Care
- Intake Recording
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Treatment management
- Behavior monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Group therapy facilitation
- Behavioral management
- Developmental disabilities support
- Group safety management
- Clinical documentation
- Family education
- Nursing intervention adjustment
- Direct patient care
- Psychosocial rehabilitation
- Substance abuse treatment
- Mobility assistance
- Psychiatric medication administration
- Suicide prevention
- Therapeutic communication
- Nursing interventions
- Emergency response
- Incident reporting
- Regulatory compliance
- Recovery-oriented care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Skills
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Documenting Behaviors
- Patient Assessments
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Calm Under Stress
- Patient Safety Management
- Quality Patient Care
- Nursing Assistance
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- ADLs Assistance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Psych Tech Trainee
Atascadero State Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
CNA
California Mens Colony
01.2022 - Current
CNA/Scheduler
Marian Pain Managment
01.2021 - 08.2022
UC/NA/MO
Marian Regional Medical Center
12.2018 - 01.2021
CNA
Marian Extended Care
07.2018 - 12.2018
Direct Support Professional
PathPoint
01.2017 - 01.2018
Psychiatric Technician - Psychiatric Technician
Cuesta College
High School Diploma -
Delta High School at Orcutt
2008 Certified Nursing Assistant in nursing Mission View at San Luis Obispo March 2018 - December 2018 Key Skills Certifications BLS -
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