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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Catalina Devaney

Summary

Spirited professional successful in providing quality patient care for assigned patients under direct supervision of licensed nurse. Strong verbal and written documentation abilities. Experienced in managing competing tasks in high-volume healthcare settings. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Technician

Hca Ocala Regional Medical Ctr
11.2023 - Current
  • I currently work on the med surg unit
  • I monitor patients and answer their call bells, bed side shift changes, shift notes or change with patient documented on computer.
  • Prepared and maintained records of patient progress and services performed to report changes in patient condition.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
  • Promoted patient education by explaining procedures, medications, and self-care techniques in an understandable manner.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Worked with staff to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing detailed reports on patient status during change-of-shift handovers.
  • Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
  • Assisted patients with mobility by providing physical support and pushing wheelchairs.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
  • Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Personal-Touch Home Care
01.2009 - 06.2009
  • Worked with patients in their home setting.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Changed linens in patients bedroom, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Education

GED -

Londonderry Senior High School
Londonderry, NH
01.2004

Skills

  • Computer skills
  • Typing
  • Phone etiquette
  • Vital Signs
  • Home Care
  • Caregiving
  • Meal Prep
  • Senior Care
  • Cleaning Experience
  • American Sign Language
  • Patient care
  • Hospital experience
  • Vital signs
  • Hospitality
  • Patient Communication
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Attention to Detail
  • Emotional Support
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Specimen Collection
  • Family Communication
  • Catheter Care
  • Patient Feeding
  • Patient Care Quality
  • Emergency Response
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking
  • Electronic Charting
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT)
  • Patient-focused care
  • Documentation
  • Geriatric Care
  • Charting

Certification

  • BLS Certification, 11/01/23, 11/01/25
  • Driver's License
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (2009)
  • NCPCT - Patient Care Technician (2023-2024)


Languages

ASL
Elementary

Additional Information

I began my career in the medical field in 2009, as a CNA in Massachusetts working with patients in their homes. After only working for a year as a CNA, I moved out of the area, became married, and began a family. At this point I focused on being a stay at home mom to 4 children, one of which was diagnosed with Autism at a young age, I then began my career again in 2023 in the state of Florida, as my children are grown enough to where I can work effectively out of the home. My children are 19, 17, 13, and 10 years old.

I plan to continue my education by attending college to receive my RN license.

Timeline

Nurse Technician

Hca Ocala Regional Medical Ctr
11.2023 - Current

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Personal-Touch Home Care
01.2009 - 06.2009

GED -

Londonderry Senior High School

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