CAROLANNE M. CANABER

• Provided in-home care during shift, assisting patient with daily needs.
• Administered medications and monitored patient health conditions daily.
• Administer medications including oral, topical, or injectables per doctor's orders
• Obtain and record vital signs every shift or as needed
• Comply with treatment care plans and report changes to RN staff for review and update
• Utilized Wellsky and RN pad to document patient information in EMR.
• Provided direct patient care in home settings, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Assisted with daily living activities, enhancing client independence and dignity.
• Bedside care including but not limited to assist in bathroom privileges and shower assists
• Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records to ensure continuity of care.
• Educated families on health management and effective caregiving techniques to improve patient outcomes.
• Communicated effectively with patients to build trust and understanding of needs.
• Implemented infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients.
• Performed wound care services including dressing changes and application of topical medications.
• Communicated with family members about medical issues or concerns related to the patient's care plan.
• Educated patients on disease prevention methods in order to reduce risk factors associated with chronic illnesses or diseases.
• Follow doctor's orders post hospital visit

• Outpatient occupational health department
• Assess patient and review previous appointments regarding same case visit
• Obtain vital signs and input in EMR
• Set-up follow-up in-person or virtual appointments per doctor's orders as needed

• Outpatient clinic family medicine/internal medicine department
• Assess patient and gather information regarding medical concerns
• Discuss care gaps and stage orders for doctor to sign on Epic application
• Carry out doctor's order including but not limited to setting appointment for specialty clinic, administer vaccines, direct patient to imaging or pharmacy.
• Perform back-office testing including but not limited to urine dipstick, COVID testing, strep and flu testing.
• Send tests performed in clinic to laboratory such as Pap smear, culture tests such as Gc/chlamydia, bv, throat cultures etc.
• Perform back office 12 lead EKG per doctors order
• Set up virtual or in-person follow-up appointments per doctors orders as needed

• Outpatient clinic family medicine/internal medicine department
• Assess patient and gather information regarding medical concerns
• Discuss care gaps and stage orders for doctor to sign on Epic application
• Carry out doctor's order including but not limited to setting appointment for specialty clinic, administer vaccines, direct patient to imaging or pharmacy.
• Perform back-office testing including but not limited to urine dipstick, COVID testing, strep and flu testing.
• Send tests performed in clinic to laboratory such as Pap smear, culture tests such as Gc/chlamydia, bv, throat cultures etc.
• Perform back office 12 lead EKG per doctors order
• Set up virtual appointments per doctors order

• Back office clinic for internal medicine and family practice
• Assess patients, collect information regarding patients medical concerns
• Identify care gaps and stage or pend orders for doctor to sign if patient needs specific care
• Carry out doctors orders including but not limited to, book future appointments, administer vaccines, communicate with pharmacy regarding prescribed meds including over the counter drugs and re assess patients if needed.
• Run basic lab test such as urine pregnancy test, urine dipstick, flu test, covid test and RSV
• Perform EKG, call patients with telephone or video appointment

• Vaccine Administration
• Data entry into patients profile
• Covid 19 testing

• Med-Surg Unit
• Medication pass including oral meds and injectable meds
• Review and update plan of care
• Coordinate with care team including doctors, case managers, pharmacy and other nurses for patient care
• Establish and maintain continuity of care by updating SBAR and monitoring patients vitals and documenting accordingly

• Administer medications including oral medications and injectables as well as topical medications
• Coordinate with doctors regarding medication and other orders
• Observe patients reactions to medications and notify doctors accordingly
• Manage CNA schedule and daily tasks
• Provided compassionate patient care in a skilled nursing environment.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
• Assisted with daily living activities and personal hygiene for residents.
• Administered medications and maintained accurate medication records.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
• Educated patients and families on health management and care procedures.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies.
• Supported new staff through training on hospital policies and procedures.
• Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
• Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
• Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
• Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
• Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
• Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
• Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.
• Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.

• managed workflow of 12-15 CNAs during 8-hour shifts to ensure optimal patient care
• organized and provided care for 30-98 patients during 8-hour shifts, ensuring adherence to care plans
• managing care for patients with various cases such as hospice patients, long term care patients, oncology patients, diabetic patients, as well as HIV patients
• assessed residents and communicated findings to MDs promptly to facilitate timely medical interventions
• executed MD orders
• administer treatment and first aid per Doctor's orders and as needed
• medication administration including but not limited to g-tube medication administration, PO meds, injectable medications (IM, subcutaneous and intradermal injections), and breathing treatments
• monthly recaps for physicians orders
• assists in admissions such as admission orders and assessments
• Set-up appointments based on prior insurance authorizations
• Admissions from hospitals and lateral transfers
• resident advocate

• Promoted resident rights and well-being by advocating for their needs and preferences.
• manage, organize and care for 36 patients on an 8-hour shift
• managing care for patients with various cases such as hospice patients, long term care patients, oncology patients, diabetic patients, as well as HIV patients
• medication administration including but not limited to g-tube medication administration, PO meds, injectable medications (IM, subcutaneous and intradermal injections), and breathing treatments
• administer treatment and first aid per Doctor's orders and as needed
• executed MD orders promptly
• assess residents accordingly and communicate to MD in a timely manner
• manage workflow with 2-3 CNA's on an 8-hour shift
• monthly recaps for physicians orders
• assists in admissions such as admission orders and assessments
• Van Nuys, CA

Advocated for residents' needs and rights

• medication administration including but not limited to g-tube medication administration, PO meds, injectable medications (IM, subcutaneous and intradermal injections), and breathing treatments
• carry-out MD orders as needed
• assess residents accordingly and communicate to MD in a timely manner
• manage workflow with 2-3 CNA's on an 8-hour shift
• manage, organize and care for 36 patients on an 8-hour shift
• managing care for patients with various cases such as hospice patients, long term care patients, oncology patients, diabetic patients, as well as HIV patients
• monthly recapitulations for physicians orders
• Manage CNA schedule and daily tasks
• administer treatment and first aid per Doctor's orders and as needed
• Santa Monica, CA

• resident advocate
• Stationed at assisted living floors alternating with dementia unit floors on different shifts with 40 patients on an 8-hour shift
• managed nurses' assistants and nursing staff schedule monthly
• carry-out MD orders as needed
• assess residents accordingly and communicate to MD in a timely manner
• treatment care for residents as needed
• Provided direct patient care under medical supervision at a long-term care facility.
• Administered medications and monitored patient reactions consistently throughout shifts.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
• Assisted in daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
• Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures diligently.
• Trained new staff on procedures, safety standards, and resident care practices effectively.

• Patient advocate
• Stationed at post acute care
• Carry-out MD orders as needed (Kaiser patients)
• order lab works for patients, schedule appointments, communicate dietary needs to kitchen as needed
• Provided direct patient care under medical supervision at a long-term care facility.
• Administered medications and monitored patient reactions consistently throughout shifts.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
• Assisted in daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
• Maintained accurate patient records and documented changes in condition promptly.
• Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
• Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures diligently.
• Trained new staff on procedures, safety standards, and resident care practices effectively.
• Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.

• Planned and implemented ideas and ways to minimize supply utilization.
• Implemented ways to better utilize manpower
• Managed 150+ employees.
• Specialized in microbiology area, hospital accounts, special handling accounts.
• Facilitate training and re-training of staff in a timely manner and as needed
• Trained and mentored staff on best practices and safety protocols.
• Supervised daily operations in laboratory environment for quality assurance.
• Coordinated workflow schedules to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
• Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducted performance evaluations to support employee development initiatives.
• Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed for smooth operations.
• Trained employees on new processes or procedures as needed.
• Facilitated communication between departments to maintain alignment on objectives.

• Provide care to an individual in a home setting
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and independence.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
• Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance purposes.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during care transitions.
• Ensured a clean and safe environment for optimal patient care standards.
• Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
• Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
• Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
• Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
• Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.