Diana J. Pena
Kyle
Summary
Dedicated Certificated Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Legend Oaks Rehabilitation Center, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Leveraged compassion and efficiency to enhance patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in infection control and patient assessments, with a commitment to continual improvement and teamwork. Achieves significant results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certificated Nursing Assistant
Legend Oaks Rehabilitation Center
Kyle, TX
10.2024 - 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
Nursing Assistant
Private Duty CNA
Austin, TX
12.2019 - 12.2022
- 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.
Internship
EDP University
Fajardo, PR
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
Nursing Aide Training - Nursing Assistant
Carrier Academy of Training
San Marcos, TX10-2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Associate in Nursing
EDP University of Puerto Rico
Humacao, PR11-2020
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Mobility assistance
- Electronic charting
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Certificated Nursing Assistant
Legend Oaks Rehabilitation Center
10.2024 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Private Duty CNA
12.2019 - 12.2022
Internship
EDP University
06.2018 - 08.2018
Nursing Aide Training - Nursing Assistant
Carrier Academy of Training
Associate Degree in Nursing - Associate in Nursing
EDP University of Puerto Rico