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Cynthia Olivarez

Edinburg

Summary

Compassionate Nurse Assistant at Willow Hospice with expertise in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and crisis management skills, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Adept at promoting hygiene and mobility, contributing to a supportive healthcare environment while maintaining privacy and infection control standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Assistant

Willow Hospice
11.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.

Nursing Assistant

Amara Hospice
08.2023 - Current
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Nurse Assistant

Grand Terrace Rehab
02.2020 - 03.2023
  • 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout course treatment process.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.

Education

Certificate -

NewStart
Mcallen
05.2000

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Hygiene assistance
  • Mobility support
  • Safety protocols
  • Record keeping
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Problem identification
  • Attention to detail
  • Crisis management
  • Health education
  • Basic life support
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Infection control

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Nurse Assistant

Willow Hospice
11.2024 - Current

Nursing Assistant

Amara Hospice
08.2023 - Current

Nurse Assistant

Grand Terrace Rehab
02.2020 - 03.2023

Certificate -

NewStart
Cynthia Olivarez