Catherin Villalona
New Haven,CT
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers. and being Compassionate Patient Care Specialist accustomed to working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Aire Care Services
Waterbury , CT
2019.06 - 2020.06
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Drive Thru Cashier
Burger King
Waterbury , CT
2016.05 - 2017.02
- Processed payments using cash register, debit and credit card terminals, and other point of sale equipment.
- Replenished supplies such as napkins, straws, condiments, trays throughout shift.
- Utilized computer system to track sales data for daily reports.
- Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
- Worked quickly to document orders, answer questions and process payments, keeping high-volume line moving and maintaining high customer satisfaction.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service.
Dietary Aide
Veterance home
Chicago , IL
2008.01 - 2010.06
- Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Set tables before patients arrived to maintain meal plan productivity.
- Followed dietary procedures in accordance with established policies.
- Greeted visitors entering the kitchen area, provided them with information about services offered, and directed them accordingly.
- Refilled condiments, napkins and server workstations.
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
- Checked temperatures of hot food before serving it to patients and residents.
- Gathered soiled tablecloths and dietary linens and delivered to laundry.
Education
Patient Care Specialist -
Stone Academy
Waterbury, CT2020-06
High School Diploma -
Wilbur Cross High School
New Haven, CT2010-06
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Maintaining Confidentiality
- Compassionate Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Condition Monitoring
- Indirect Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Able to Lift OVER 50 Pounds
- Respiratory Equipment Training
- Outpatient Care
- Medical Records Management
- Family Support and Assistance
- Patient Assessments
- Quick Problem Solver
- Chronic Disease Management
- Compassionate
- Ambulation Assistance
- HIPAA Compliance
- Inpatient Care
- Helping With Medication
- General Housekeeping Ability
- Bedside Manner
- Assisting With Personal Grooming
Certification
- CPR/FIRST AID
- BLS TRAINING
Timeline
CNA
Aire Care Services
2019.06 - 2020.06
Drive Thru Cashier
Burger King
2016.05 - 2017.02
Dietary Aide
Veterance home
2008.01 - 2010.06
Patient Care Specialist -
Stone Academy
High School Diploma -
Wilbur Cross High School
- CPR/FIRST AID
- BLS TRAINING
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