Blanca Rico
Summary
Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at Whittier Health Care Center, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrates compassion and empathy, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in geriatric care and maintaining confidentiality, consistently achieving high standards in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Whittier Health Care Center
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
NICU Volunteer
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted medical staff with various tasks, improving efficiency in the NICU ward.
- Contributed to a positive hospital environment by maintaining cleanliness and organization in the NICU area.
- Managed inventory of supplies for assigned unit, maintaining adequate stock levels for optimal patient care delivery.
Human Resources Volunteer
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information.
- Provided administrative support by filing documents, coordinating charts and answering phones.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies : Social Sciences
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA05.2020
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate caregiver
- Geriatric Care
Certification
CPR certification
BLS certification
first aid certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Whittier Health Care Center
04.2024 - Current
NICU Volunteer
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
08.2022 - 02.2023
Human Resources Volunteer
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
08.2022 - 02.2023
Associate of Arts - General Studies : Social Sciences
Rio Hondo College
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