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Darlene Peina

Gallup Indian Medical Center
Zuni,NM
28
years of professional experience

Dedicated Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and infection control. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and electronic charting, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and effective communication with healthcare teams.

Detail-oriented Nursing Assistant with a strong focus on patient care and safety. Proven ability to assist in mobility and rehabilitation efforts, ensuring comfort and support during recovery.

Nursing Assistant with vast knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards. Expertise in developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric care facility residents.

Work History

Nursing Assistant

28 Years
Gallup Indian Medical Center | 09.1998 - 09.2026
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly for timely interventions.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing communication among medical staff regarding treatment plans.
  • Supported patient mobility and rehabilitation efforts, improving overall recovery outcomes through personalized care.

Employee Representative-LiUNA Local 1376

1 Year 2 Months
Gallup Indian Medical Ceter and LiUNA | 03.2010 - 05.2011

September 2005 to May 2018 Chief Union Steward for Gallup Service Unit.

0800-5:00 PM Monday through Friday-Assisted Bargaining Unit Employees in the Navajo Area and Albuquerque Area with Grievance's-FMCS Mediations scheduled every 3 to 4 months.

Meetings for Grievances at Step1, Step 2 then FMCS Mediations

Mediation EEOC-ADR for NAO and Albuquerque Area.

Traveling to Indian Health Service Units within in the NAO and Albuquerque Area including Trainings with IHS Manangers and Supervisors,

Gallup Indian Medical Center-Monthly Union meetings for Paid Union Members. Representing for New Employee Orientation on a monthly basis.

During my Tenure with Laborer's International Union of North America Local 1376-I served as Executive Board Member, Vice President, President and Business Manager and a Executive Board Member for the District Council for LiuNA Phoenix Arizona.

Education

High School Diploma

Zuni High School | Zuni, NM | 05-1984

Skills

Patient care
Patient feeding
Basic life support
Direct patient care
Recording vital signs
Vital signs monitoring
Patient relationship building
Patient-focused care
Infection control
Mobility assistance
Electronic charting
HIPAA
Supply restocking
Specimen collection
Database administration
Records management
Patient care and safety
Call light response

Timeline

Employee Representative-LiUNA Local 1376

Gallup Indian Medical Ceter and LiUNA
03.2010 - 05.2011Read More

Nursing Assistant

Gallup Indian Medical Center
09.1998 - 09.2026Read More

Zuni High School

High School Diploma
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Darlene Peina