Caryn Matcher
Mescalero,NM
Summary
Energetic and compassionate, well-equipped with essential healthcare knowledge and skills in patient care and assistance. Familiar with basic medical terminology and proficient in vital sign monitoring and patient hygiene. Dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to enhance patient well-being.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Assistant
Christus Health
11.2024 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with bed baths, teeth brushing, beside commode assistance.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
- Ensured continuity of care through effective handover communication between shifts, detailing critical information about each patient''s current status, recent changes in condition or treatment plans that may require special attention from incoming staff members taking over responsibility for their care upon arrival at work each day.
Labor and Delivery Tech II
Lincoln County Medical Center
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed vital sign measurements including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure and respiration
- Answered call lights promptly to respond to patient needs in a timely manner
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, visitors and other healthcare professionals
- Assisted nurses with patient care activities such as bathing, dressing and feeding
- Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by pushing wheelchairs
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the unit to check on patients' comfort level
- Observed patients' physical condition and reported changes to nursing staff
- Assisted nurses with infant care such as bathing, hearing screens, vitals.
Substitute Teacher
Ruidoso Municipal Schools
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom
- Monitored student progress throughout the day
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
NMSU
Alamogordo05-2026
Skills
- Basic life support
- Professionalism and ethics
- HIPAA compliance
- Order of draw
- Venipuncture technique
- Patient care
- Infection control
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Phlebotomy Student
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Nurse Assistant
Christus Health
11.2024 - Current
Labor and Delivery Tech II
Lincoln County Medical Center
03.2023 - 02.2024
Substitute Teacher
Ruidoso Municipal Schools
09.2022 - 02.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
NMSU
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