Carolina Arias
Winchester,VA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facility. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and healthcare team support. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
The Village at Orchard Ridge
Winchester, VA
07.2022 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, etc.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Trained new employees on what was expected when working as a CNA by introducing them to the residents and the day-by-day routine of working in a certain area.
Waitress
Italian Touch Pizzeria
Winchester, VA
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
- Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Organized take-out orders efficiently according to customer requests.
- Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for next shift or large parties.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
Summer Camp Counselor
Powhatan Elementary School
Clarke County, VA
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided guidance and support to campers in a safe, encouraging environment.
- Assisted with the planning and execution of daily activities for campers.
- Supervised groups of children during recreational activities.
- Organized games and sports activities to keep campers entertained.
- Engaged in conversations with individual children about their interests, concerns, goals.
- Resolved conflicts between campers using effective communication strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Biology
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA12-2026
Skills
- Recording vital signs
- Compassionate
- Empathetic
- Patient-focused care
- Patient charting
- Great communication
- Effective infection control
Affiliations
- Gym
- Soccer
- Hanging out with family and friends
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
The Village at Orchard Ridge
07.2022 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
Powhatan Elementary School
07.2022 - 08.2022
Waitress
Italian Touch Pizzeria
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Master of Science - Biology
James Madison University
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