Catherine Hines
Southaven,MS
Summary
Seasoned Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Zeninad Ravancho, adept in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrates unparalleled compassion and empathy, enhancing patient satisfaction and dignity. Proficient in HIPAA compliance and infection control, ensuring safety and confidentiality. Achieved a significant improvement in patient well-being through dedicated care and effective communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Zeninad Ravancho
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- 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.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
CNA
Erlinda Lucero
10.2014 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
Nursing
South Puget Sound
Olympia, WACertified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Simmons & Holiday
Olympia, WA05.2011
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Patient Transfers
- Recording vital signs
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Safety Precautions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Collecting vital signs
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate caregiver
- Direct Patient Care
- Documenting behaviors
- Light Housekeeping
- Healthcare ethics
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- CPR/AED
- Oral Hygiene
- Infection Control
Timeline
CNA
Zeninad Ravancho
10.2023 - 08.2024
CNA
Erlinda Lucero
10.2014 - 09.2023
Nursing
South Puget Sound
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Simmons & Holiday
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