Open To Work
Christine Florentino
Hayward,CA
Summary
Patient-focused professional offers support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical and post-op cases in medical center environments. Delivers customized education to patients of diverse conditions and backgrounds. Excellent decision-making, time management and communication skills. Seventeen years of direct support experience in healthcare, emphasizing knowledge of documentation and mobility assistance. Highly adaptable and team-oriented, with a strong focus on meeting diverse needs in dynamic environments. Committed to providing exceptional support and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Redwood City / Fremont , USA
02.2022 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Prepared and transported medical equipment for procedures and examinations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred Hospital San Francisco Bay Area
San Leandro, USA
12.2015 - 01.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained clean and safe patient environments for comfort and health.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported mobility by assisting patients with transfers and ambulation.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bay Area Healthcare Center
Oakland, USA
05.2008 - 11.2015
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Education
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - Nursing Assistance
VIP Nursing School
San Leandro, CA04.2008
High School Graduate -
Araneta University
Malabon, PhilippinesSkills
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Patient mobility training
- Infection control standards
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Safety protocols
- Cultural sensitivity
Certification
- CNA, 00725657
- BLS
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$30/hr - $50/hrTimeline
Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
02.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred Hospital San Francisco Bay Area
12.2015 - 01.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bay Area Healthcare Center
05.2008 - 11.2015
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - Nursing Assistance
VIP Nursing School
High School Graduate -
Araneta University