Compassionate individual with experience supporting elderly and ill people with in-home care. Promotes understanding attitude and compassionate nature to achieve comfortable and welcoming environment for patients.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Vitas Hospice
09.2008 - 01.2019
Assisted with end-of-life care.
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Miami-Dade County
01.1997 - 08.2014
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 residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
01.1995 - 12.1996
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.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.