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Liza Turapan

Palm Bay,FL

Summary

Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rocky Knoll Health Care Facilitly
11.2024 - Current
  • Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to healthcare team for timely interventions.
  • Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to safety protocols.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, enhancing emotional support and improving overall patient satisfaction.

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Frances Home
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Providence Extended Care
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with emotional or behavioral issues during class time and school activities.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for students with behavioral challenges.
  • Supported the development of self-advocacy skills in students by providing guidance on expressing needs appropriately.
  • Conducted regular reviews of student progress, adjusting intervention strategies to optimize outcomes and support growth in all areas.

Certified Nursing Assistant

St France’s Home
02.2023 - 11.2023
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
  • Applied interventions with clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
  • Worked with behavioral patients to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
  • Collaborated with facility psychiatrists to determine effectiveness of treatment and developed new treatment plans.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Vincent Catholic Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • 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.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
  • Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
  • Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
  • Enhanced patient stays by creating and maintaining visual calendar of social, recreational and education activities.
  • Collaborated with facility psychiatrists to determine effectiveness of treatment and developed new treatment plans.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
  • Adapted therapy materials as needed to meet the unique needs of each individual client, ensuring optimal engagement during sessions.
  • Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
  • Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lawnwood Regional Medical Center & Heart Institute
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Village On The Green
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Adventist Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2021
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.


  • Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
  • Utilized Technique to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
  • Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
  • Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
  • Worked with behavioral patients to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
  • Supervised safety, behavior and behavioral actions during scheduled and emergency trips off campus.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Viera Hospital
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Swedish Hospital
03.2018 - 06.2019
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Evergreen Health
01.2015 - 03.2018
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WA
06.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Assistance

Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA
06.2008

Bachelor of Science - Education

Palm Beach Atlantic University - West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FL
12.2002

Skills

  • Feeding Assistance
  • Surgical Preparation
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Fluid Measurement
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Observation Documentation
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Monitoring Fluids
  • Transporting Patients
  • Needs Determination
  • Basic Life Support
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Oral Hygiene
  • EMR Systems
  • Collecting Specimens
  • Universal Precautions
  • Observing Responses
  • Assisting with Daily Living
  • First Aid Certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rocky Knoll Health Care Facilitly
11.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Frances Home
06.2024 - 09.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Providence Extended Care
02.2024 - 05.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

St France’s Home
02.2023 - 11.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
08.2022 - 01.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Vincent Catholic Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lawnwood Regional Medical Center & Heart Institute
08.2021 - 12.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Village On The Green
06.2021 - 08.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Adventist Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Viera Hospital
08.2019 - 07.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Swedish Hospital
03.2018 - 06.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Evergreen Health
01.2015 - 03.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Assistance

Clover Park Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Education

Palm Beach Atlantic University - West Palm Beach
Liza Turapan