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Hi, I’m
Crystal Martinez
Pasadena,TX
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a proven track record at Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital, excelling in patient care and rehabilitation support. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and fostering patient relationships, I significantly contributed to enhancing patient recovery and satisfaction. My commitment to professionalism and patient advocacy ensures high-quality, compassionate care.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
JOHN & CHERI KLEIN
Private Caregiver
07.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Handled household management tasks like laundry and light housekeeping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital
Rehabilitation Technician
02.2018 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Built trusting relationships with patients and families, fostering a supportive atmosphere for recovery.
- Supported patients during physical therapy sessions, providing encouragement and motivation for continued progress.
- Established collaborative relationships with patients through consistent and meaningful communication.
- Educated patients on proper use of assistive devices, reducing the risk of injury or further complications.
- Maintained a clean and organized therapy environment, promoting safety and efficiency.
- Utilized therapeutic equipment effectively, resulting in improved patient progress.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Managed inventory of rehabilitation supplies, ensuring availability of necessary materials.
Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital
Certified Nursing Assistant
08.2012 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
Paramount Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Certified Medication Aide
12.2010 - 08.2012
Job overview
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing..
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Provided training and mentoring for newly hired Certified Medication Aides, promoting a consistent level of quality care across all staff members.
- Contributed to efficient facility operations by preparing and organizing medications in advance for scheduled distribution times.
- Improved patient satisfaction through clear communication and compassionate bedside manner during medication administration.
- Performed regular safety checks on medication storage areas to maintain a secure and organized environment.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of state regulations governing Certified Medication Aides, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines during daily tasks.
- Conducted regular audits of patient charts to verify proper documentation of administered medications, contributing to regulatory compliance efforts within the facility.
- Assisted in the management of medication inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and minimizing waste.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Supported needs of 50+ residents under long-term care
The Courtyards at Pasadena
Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide
07.2008 - 12.2010
Job overview
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Transported patients between rooms
- Supported needs of 60+ residents under long-term care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
San Jacinto College, Pasadena, TX
Associate's Health Science from Vocational Nursing
08.2014 - 12.2024
San Jacinto College, Houston, TX
from Licensed Vocational Nursing
12-2019
Skills
- Behavioral health support
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient relationship building
- Administer medications
- Samples collection
- Patient evaluations
- Behavioral assessment
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Nutrition management
- Counting narcotics
- Charting and recording
- Physical assessment
- Mental Health Support
- Care Plan Development
Affiliations
- Elim Church
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – State Boards of Nursing.
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
Interests
Timeline
Private Caregiver
JOHN & CHERI KLEIN
07.2018 - 03.2020
Rehabilitation Technician
Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2018 - 08.2019
San Jacinto College
Associate's Health Science from Vocational Nursing
08.2014 - 12.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2012 - 02.2018
Certified Medication Aide
Paramount Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
12.2010 - 08.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide
The Courtyards at Pasadena
07.2008 - 12.2010
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – State Boards of Nursing.
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
San Jacinto College
from Licensed Vocational Nursing
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