Diana Ramirez Cervantes
Denver,CO
Summary
Patient-focused CNA offers strong background in psychiatric care and Medical care. Excels in recordkeeping, time management and patient observation.
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings and or mental settings.
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient facing experience while effectively managing client needs, assisting with treatment coordination and supporting program operations. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Craig Hospital
Englewood, CO
10.2023 - Current
- Provided ADL, functional mobility, ROM and strength therapies under supervising therapist.
- Transported patients to and from therapy area for assessment and treatment.
- Facilitated patient family and staff education to report treatment progress.
- Transferred, moved and ambulated patients to and from departments with wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Delivered airway management.
Mental Health Counselor/ CNA
SCL Health/ West Pines
Wheat Ridge, CO
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Led counseling group to discuss topics appropriate for such populations
- Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- 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.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
CNA
Denver Health And Hospital Authority
Denver, CO
09.2018 - 11.2021
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for all new admissions.
- Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
- Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
- Used epic to document patient information, progress notes and treatment plans.
- Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genesis HealthCare
Morrison, CO
04.2002 - 09.2019
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for average of 15 patients in long term care facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Rns informed of changes.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Communicated back to nurses and therapists regarding patient performance and condition.
- Transferred, moved and ambulated patients to and from departments with wheelchairs and stretchers.
Education
GED -
Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, COSkills
- Activity monitoring
- Crisis Intervention
- Patient Assistance
- Behavioral Health
- Documentation skills
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Responding to emergencies
- Transporting patients
- Recording Vital Signs
- Epic charting
- PCC Charting
- Glucose checks
- Telemetry placement
- Ekg placement and testing
- Geriatric care
- Lead CNA
Timeline
CNA
Craig Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Mental Health Counselor/ CNA
SCL Health/ West Pines
07.2022 - 01.2023
CNA
Denver Health And Hospital Authority
09.2018 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genesis HealthCare
04.2002 - 09.2019
GED -
Emily Griffith Technical College