Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and HIPAA compliance, honed at Elderwood At Waverly. Skilled in geriatric care and EMR/EHR systems, I excel in providing compassionate support and maintaining patient dignity. My commitment to enhancing team efficiency and patient satisfaction has significantly improved care quality.
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Carol Pacheco
Lawrenceville,PA
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Elderwood At Waverly
Certified Nursing Assistant
Job overview
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Applied infection control techniques, including proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment, to maintain a sterile environment.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and heart rate, to identify changes in patient health.
- Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing emotional distress or confusion.
- Operated patient lift equipment to safely transfer individuals with mobility challenges.
- 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 and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- 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.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Benchmark Senior Living
Resident Care Aide
09.2021 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Supported residents in completing daily exercise routines to maintain physical health.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents, enhancing quality of life.
- Utilized mobility aids to assist residents with daily activities and ensure safety.
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring their dignity and comfort throughout the process.
- Enhanced resident well-being by providing compassionate care and support in daily activities.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for residents needing help with transfers between beds and chairs.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Participated in ongoing staff training sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices in resident care provision within the industry standards.
- Promoted a safe living environment for residents by performing regular safety checks and maintaining cleanliness.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly responding to resident requests or concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of resident needs to ensure appropriate levels of care were provided at all times.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
Elderwood At Waverly
Certified Nursing Assistant
11.2013 - 10.2015
Job overview
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Applied infection control techniques, including proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment, to maintain a sterile environment.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and heart rate, to identify changes in patient health.
- Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing emotional distress or confusion.
- Operated patient lift equipment to safely transfer individuals with mobility challenges.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
Elderwood At Waverly
Kitchen Aide
08.2009 - 11.2013
Job overview
- Supported residents in completing daily exercise routines to maintain physical health.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents, enhancing quality of life.
- Utilized mobility aids to assist residents with daily activities and ensure safety.
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring their dignity and comfort throughout the process.
- Enhanced resident well-being by providing compassionate care and support in daily activities.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for residents needing help with transfers between beds and chairs.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Participated in ongoing staff training sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices in resident care provision within the industry standards.
- Promoted a safe living environment for residents by performing regular safety checks and maintaining cleanliness.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly responding to resident requests or concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of resident needs to ensure appropriate levels of care were provided at all times.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
Education
Waverly High School Waverly, NY
High School Diploma
06.2007
University Overview
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precaution's
- Compassionate caregiver
- Documenting behaviors
- Mobility assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
- Adaptable
- Patient lifting
- Transfer techniques
- Urinary catheter care & Colostomy care
- Ambulation assistance
- Inpatient care
- Geriatric care
- Maintaining privacy
- Valid state driver's license
- EMR / EHR
Certification
Certified nursing assistant.
NYCT0472980R
April,2028
Timeline
Resident Care Aide
Benchmark Senior Living
09.2021 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood At Waverly
11.2013 - 10.2015
Kitchen Aide
Elderwood At Waverly
08.2009 - 11.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood At Waverly
Waverly High School
High School Diploma
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