Bianca Estrada
Merrillville,IN
Summary
Dedicated CNA with experience at Community Hospital, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated compassion and empathy while enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in implementing fall prevention measures and training new staff, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to safety precautions. Committed to promoting patient independence and dignity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA Cardiac Unit
Community Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2024
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
CNA Dementia Unit
Residents at Deer Creek
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Education
Pre-Nursing - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, INAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Saint Francis
Crown Point, IN01-2027
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Emergency response
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Safety precautions
- Infection control practices
Certification
- CNA - Certified
- BLS - Certified
Timeline
CNA Cardiac Unit
Community Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2024
CNA Dementia Unit
Residents at Deer Creek
02.2022 - 06.2023
Pre-Nursing - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Saint Francis
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