Bianca Mollinedo
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Driven Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Sunrise Assisted Living, where I enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient vital signs monitoring. Leveraged expertise in patient transfers and emotional support to improve care quality, contributing to a significant increase in patient comfort and safety. Skilled in both direct patient care and effective communication, ensuring adherence to HIPAA and fostering positive patient relationships. 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. 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Sunrise Assisted Living
01.2020 - 02.2023
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Newborn Hearing Screener
Summerlin Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Trained new staff members on proper techniques for administering OAE and ABR tests, fostering a consistent standard of care across the team.
- Played a key role in updating hospital policies related to newborn hearing screenings, incorporating new research findings and best practices as needed.
- Provided support to audiologists during diagnostic audiology appointments when necessary, ensuring comprehensive care for affected infants.
- Collaborated with audiologists for follow-up evaluations when necessary, ensuring optimal care for infants with potential hearing issues.
- Supported parents in navigating the referral process for further evaluation when necessary, providing guidance and resources to facilitate seamless transitions of care.
- Maintained accurate records of all newborns screened, ensuring compliance with state regulations and hospital policies.
- Improved newborn hearing screening rates by implementing efficient testing procedures and proper documentation.
Education
Nursing
Live Savers Training Center
Las Vegas, NV01.2019
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Recording vital signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Transfers
- Reliable team player
- HIPAA Compliance
- Collecting vital signs
- Safety Precautions
- Compassionate
- Bedside manner
- Patient Lifting
- End of life care
- Electronic Charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Direct Patient Care
- Supporting personal needs
- Ambulation Assistance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Companionship and emotional support
- Responding to emergencies
- Documenting behaviors
- Patient relationship building
- Trustworthy companion
- Condition Monitoring
- Observing responses
- Quality Assurance
- Outpatient Care
- Wound care specialist
- CNA Certification
- CPR Certification
- Time Management
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Attention to Detail
- Catheter Care
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Patient Observation
- Emotional Support
- Medical Terminology
- First Aid Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Sunrise Assisted Living
01.2020 - 02.2023
Newborn Hearing Screener
Summerlin Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2021
Nursing
Live Savers Training Center
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