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Crystal Miranda

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Seasoned Home Health Caregiver and CNA with a proven track record at IHSS and Sun Mar Nursing, specializing in dementia care and emotional support. Expert in palliative care and vital signs monitoring, I've significantly improved patient quality of life through dedicated assistance and compassionate care, leveraging both hard and soft skills to achieve excellence in patient outcomes.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Sun Mar Nursing
Eagle Rock, CA
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.

Home Health Caregiver

IHSS
Rosemead, CA
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
  • Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for the client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
  • Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
  • Encouraged independence among patients by helping them learn self-care skills that can be used independently without assistance from others.
  • Actively listened to concerns expressed by family members concerning their loved one's condition or treatment plan.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations when necessary.
  • Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
  • Directed patients in prescribed exercises or in use of braces or artificial limbs.
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.

Education

CNA License - Nursing

Autumn School Of Nursing
Pasadena
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Alhambra High School
Alhambra
05-2013

Skills

  • Fall prevention
  • Dementia care
  • Emotional support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Meal preparation
  • Behavioral management
  • Palliative care
  • Bathing assistance
  • ADL support
  • Schedule management
  • Recording vital signs
  • Medication administration
  • Light housekeeping
  • [State] Driver's license
  • Patient transport
  • Dressing assistance

Timeline

CNA

Sun Mar Nursing
05.2023 - Current

Home Health Caregiver

IHSS
02.2023 - 10.2023

CNA License - Nursing

Autumn School Of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Alhambra High School

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