Cassandra Apodaca
Turpin,OK
Summary
With a proven track record at Sierra Health Care Center, I excel in delivering compassionate care and precise vital sign monitoring. Leveraging skills in patient safety and effective communication, I've significantly enhanced patient independence and dignity. My expertise in medical terminology and record-keeping consistently supports superior patient care outcomes. I would love the opportunity to utilize my skills in traveling and helping other facilities strive.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LEAD CNA
Sierra Health Care Center
05.2020 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Patient Care Technician/Registered Clerk
Sierra Vista Hospital
11.2018 - 10.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
- Bladder Scans
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
- Completed registration paperwork, verifying accurate patient information.
- Answered patient questions and inquiries regarding registration process and documentation.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Home Health Aid/CNA
Sierra Health Care Center
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Hospice Aide/CNA
Ambercare Hospice
03.2011 - 02.2015
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Home Health Aide/CNA
Coordinated Health Care
01.2005 - 12.2010
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hot Springs High School
1801 N Pershing Street05-2008
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs
- Medical terminology
- Elderly assistance
- Patient safety
- Communication skills
- Compassionate care
- Record keeping
- Patient positioning
Certification
CNA certified
Timeline
LEAD CNA
Sierra Health Care Center
05.2020 - 12.2023
Patient Care Technician/Registered Clerk
Sierra Vista Hospital
11.2018 - 10.2020
Home Health Aid/CNA
Sierra Health Care Center
02.2015 - 04.2016
Hospice Aide/CNA
Ambercare Hospice
03.2011 - 02.2015
Home Health Aide/CNA
Coordinated Health Care
01.2005 - 12.2010
CNA certified
High School Diploma -
Hot Springs High School
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