Barbara Mata
Elmhurst,IL
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Providence Life Services, excelling in patient-focused care and vital sign monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through effective communication and personalized support, ensuring comfort and dignity. Skilled in infection control procedures and adept at responding swiftly to patient needs.
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.
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Patient-focused Certified nurse assistant with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Life Services
05.2021 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Grove of La Grange Park
06.2014 - 04.2021
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Elmurst Extended Care
10.2006 - 11.2013
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
High School Diploma -
Technikum Zawodowe
Poland,06.1983
Some College (No Degree) -
Policealne Studium
PolandCertifed Nursing Assistand
Polish Americon Association
Chicago, IL05-2005
Physical Rehabilitation Aide
Polish Amercian Association
Chicago, IL05-2005
Skills
- Documenting behaviors
- Transporting patients
- Infection control procedures
- Care plan implementation
- Monitoring fluids
- Collecting specimens
- Patient-focused care
- Vital sign recording
- Observing responses
- Conducting intakes
- Dressing assistance
- Recording vital signs
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Condition monitoring
- Collecting vital signs
- Intake recording
- Quick problem solver
- End-of-life care
- Range of motion exercises
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Ambulation assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Patient assessments
- Reliable team player
- Specimen collection
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Languages
Polish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Life Services
05.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Grove of La Grange Park
06.2014 - 04.2021
Certified Nurse Assistant
Elmurst Extended Care
10.2006 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
Technikum Zawodowe
Some College (No Degree) -
Policealne Studium
Certifed Nursing Assistand
Polish Americon Association
Physical Rehabilitation Aide
Polish Amercian Association
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