Carmen Rata
Mars,PA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at St. John's Lutheran Care Center, excelling in direct patient care and electronic charting. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs and fostering positive relationships. A reliable team player dedicated to promoting dignity and well-being in healthcare settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
St.John's Lutheran Care Center
02.2019 - 01.2026
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort .
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- 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.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- 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.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rmania
Fagaras Romania09-1967
Skills
- Electronic charting
- Recording vital signs
- Direct patient care
- Documenting behaviors
- Safety precautions
- Reliable team player
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
St.John's Lutheran Care Center
02.2019 - 01.2026
High School Diploma -
Rmania