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Dameda Estevez

Freeport,NY

Summary


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.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Clipboard Health
07.2022 - Current
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.

CNA

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Health Center
09.2024 - 08.2025
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • 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.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.

CNA

Meadowbrooke Care Center
09.2021 - 08.2024
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Education

Certificate of Completion - Hemodialysis

Dialysis Training Institute of Excellence
Baldwin, NY
08-2020

Certificate of Completion - Nursing Assistant

Boces
Westbury, NY
10-1995

Business And Language

Freeport High School
Freeport, NY
07-1991

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient care
  • End-of-life care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient transfers
  • Clinical documentation
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Toileting assistance
  • Infection control practices
  • Collecting vital signs

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

CNA

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Health Center
09.2024 - 08.2025

CNA

Clipboard Health
07.2022 - Current

CNA

Meadowbrooke Care Center
09.2021 - 08.2024

Certificate of Completion - Hemodialysis

Dialysis Training Institute of Excellence

Certificate of Completion - Nursing Assistant

Boces

Business And Language

Freeport High School

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