Lorraine Umutoniwase
Soledad,CA
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Body Fit Plus
Pleasanton, CA
2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff for timely intervention.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, promoting overall well-being and independence.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing the risk of cross-contamination within facilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, enhancing communication among healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
CNA
Capistrano Beach Care Center
Del Rey, CA
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
CNA
Garden Park Care Center
Garden Grove, CA
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Promedica
Costa Mesa, CA
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CACNA - Assistant Nurse Training
Allegiance Career Institute
Orange, CA08.2022
High School Diploma - Mathematics And Computer Science
Lacolombiere
Rwanda12.2015
Skills
- Bed Transfers
- Oral Hygiene
- ADLs Assistance
- Patient-Focused Care
- Infection Control Procedures
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Quality Patient Care
- Monitor Vitals
- Emotional and Social Support
- Proper Staffing
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Family Support and Assistance
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Patient Safety Management
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Quality Assurance Controls
Skills
- Documenting Behaviors
- Observing Responses
- Calm Under Stress
- Nursing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Transporting Patients
- Bathing and Dressing
- Nursing Standards
Education
true
Timeline
CNA
Garden Park Care Center
04.2022 - 07.2022
CNA
Promedica
01.2022 - 03.2022
CNA
Capistrano Beach Care Center
02.2021 - 03.2023
No Degree - Nursing
Saddleback College
CNA - Assistant Nurse Training
Allegiance Career Institute
High School Diploma - Mathematics And Computer Science
Lacolombiere
CNA
Body Fit Plus
2023 - Current