Brenda Suarez
Santa Fe,NM
Summary
Dynamic Certified Nursing Assistant and former General Manager at Blake's Lotaburger LLC, adept in quality assurance and patient-focused care. Excelled in condition monitoring and direct patient care, driving operational excellence and enhancing patient safety. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes and fostering employee loyalty through effective leadership and ambulation assistance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christus St. Vincent Hospital
11.2017 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
General Manager
Blake's Lotaburger LLC
06.2008 - 01.2013
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Education
Associate of Science - BLS
Christus St. Vincent Hospital
Santa Fe, NM08.2023
GED -
Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe, NM05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing Assistance
Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe, NM08.2014
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Patient-focused care
- Condition Monitoring
- Conducting intakes
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Charting
- Ambulation Assistance
- End of life care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christus St. Vincent Hospital
11.2017 - Current
General Manager
Blake's Lotaburger LLC
06.2008 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - BLS
Christus St. Vincent Hospital
GED -
Santa Fe Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing Assistance
Santa Fe Community College
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