Carolina Pena
Everett,WA
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Assistant with proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care, honed at Fairwinds - Brittany Park. Excelled in enhancing patient comfort and safety, achieving a significant reduction in patient stress levels. Skilled in infection control and emotional intelligence, fostering strong patient relations and teamwork.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Assistant
Fairwinds - Brittany Park
10.2013 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout the course treatment process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
- Recognized potential emergencies quickly, implementing appropriate interventions under the guidance of supervising nurses or physicians while awaiting further assistance from emergency response services if needed.
Caregiver
Blueberry Gardens Senior Care - Adult Family Home
03.2017 - 02.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support clients nutritional needs.
Education
No Degree -
Cascadia Community College
Bothell, WASkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Infection Control
- Staff Assistance
- Patient Relations
- Compassionate
- Recording vital signs
- Compassionate caregiver
- Emotional Intelligence
- CPR Certification
- Home Care Aide (HCA)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
Blueberry Gardens Senior Care - Adult Family Home
03.2017 - 02.2023
Nurse Assistant
Fairwinds - Brittany Park
10.2013 - Current
No Degree -
Cascadia Community College
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