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CATHERINE BRIONES

Caregiver
PITTSBURG,CA

Summary

Compassionate Nursing Assistant experienced in providing support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality patient care. Proficient in performing vital sign checks, assisting with daily living activities, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Successful in improving patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and efficient resolution of concerns.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Elderly Caregiver

Green Pastures Health Care LLC.
Pittsburg, California
08.2022 - Current
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
  • Assessed client's needs and developed individual care plans accordingly.
  • Ensured safety of clients in their home environment by using appropriate equipment and techniques.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments or other necessary outings.
  • Organized recreational activities to promote physical and mental well-being of the elderly.
  • Communicated effectively with family members on progress of client's health condition.
  • Conducted light housekeeping duties including laundry, cleaning and meal preparation for clients.
  • Administered medications according to physician instructions.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided for each client.
  • Encouraged social interaction between clients and their families.
  • Provided emotional support during end-of-life transitions.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on best practices for elder care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care delivery.
  • Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards related to eldercare services.
  • Respected the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of each client served.
  • Supported clients in making decisions that were consistent with their values and wishes.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Engaged clients by conversing and participating in activities and hobbies.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Recognized emergencies and notified paramedics and family members.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Manor Care Health Services
Walnut Creek, California
01.2001 - 07.2013
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Olympic High School
Concord, CA
05-2018

Skills

  • Basic Mathematics
  • Relationship Building
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Care Plan Management
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Friendly and Outgoing
  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Progress Documentation
  • First aid and safety
  • Data Confidentiality
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Patient Care
  • Compassionate client care
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Post Operative Care
  • Knowledge of state regulations

Languages

English
Professional
Tagalog
Professional

Affiliations

  • Exploring and cultivating passion.
  • Having empathy and open-mindedness.
  • Building strong relationship. Thinks honesty and integrity are important.
  • Developing confidence and self-awareness
  • Adapting to change
  • Balancing personal and professional life

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

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Timeline

Elderly Caregiver

Green Pastures Health Care LLC.
08.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Manor Care Health Services
01.2001 - 07.2013

High School Diploma -

Olympic High School

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