Elizabeth Cabanas Hernandez
PO Box 944 Lone Pine ,CA
Summary
Twenty-five years of experience working with a diverse population in the health care field as a Certified Nursing Assistant, Restorative Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide. Specializing in disabled and older adult care including rehabilitation for stroke, knee/hip replacement, obesity, drug/alcohol abuse, mental health, brain and spinal cord injury. Emergency and crisis care. Computer literate with experience in electronic record keeping and charting. Dedicated to client safety, comfort, satisfaction and dignity. Organized and successful at managing multiple priorities. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Energetic and enthusiastic to contribute to client care and team success through hard work, collaboration, attention to detail and a positive attitude. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the field. Highly professional with a history of being dependable and having a good work ethic. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance client care. Helping others to heal and be successful in their lives is a passion and purpose in my life.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Private Clients
LONE PINE, CA
05.2021 - Current
- Provided in home assistance for elder clients with dementia or disability. Assisted client in dressing, grooming and feeding needs including cooking meals.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals to help clients reduce weight and maintain mobility.
- Coached clients in strengthening exercises recommended by physical therapist to maintain ability to transfer and walk with assistance using walker and gait belt for safety.
- Administered doctor prescribed medication under direction of family member.
- Completed entries in log book of food intake, exercise and vital signs.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southern Inyo Health Care District
LONE PINE, CA
12.2020 - 03.2022
- Cared for residents in skilled nursing and acute care facility delivering high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted residents in activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, feeding, and recreation.
- Worked with residents in range of motion exercises and ability to transfer.
- Vital signs and monitored pain and condition of residents.
- Electronic record charting of patient care and status.
- Provided huddle reports after shift to incoming staff regarding resident and patient status to ensure continuity of care.
- Attended staff meetings and trainings to ensure highest standard of care.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Nurses Solution
Winter Park, FL
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Caregiver for skilled nursing facilities.
- Assisted residents in activities of daily living.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Monitored vital signs and resident status
- Charting and electronic record keeping
- Housekeeping and infection control
- Maintained COVID 19 prevention protocols
Nurse Assistant
BALLARD REHAB HOSPITAL
San Bernardino, CA
06.2008 - 09.2019
- Evaluated patients to identify, chart, and address rehabilitation needs, behavioral concerns, and medical conditions.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Evaluated patients' progress in treatment, communicating observations to physician on duty to maintain or adjust prescribed care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Nurses Assistant/Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant
Plymouth Tower Care And Living Center
Riverside, CA
04.2006 - 02.2009
- Team leader for 6 Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)
- Training and supervision of CNA staff
- Administered variety of therapeutic treatments to patients such as range of motion, progressive mobility exercises and speech therapy.
- Communicated effectively with patients to identify needs and establish comfortability level throughout therapeutic exercises.
- Operated equipment appropriately and according to user instructions, reporting damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
- Provide assistance with daily living skills
- Inventory and ordering for nursing staff supplies
- Record keeping
Education
Restorative Nursing Assistant Certificate -
Four-D College - Colton
Colton, CA08.2007
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Career Moves
Riverside, CA08.1997
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
El Monte, CA06.1979
Skills
- Assist in Activities of Daily Living
- Condition Assessment and Vital Monitoring
- Medication Administration Under Nursing Supervision
- Treatment and Progress Monitoring
- Patient Care Recordkeeping
- Safety Monitoring
- Elder Care
- Rehabilitative Care
- First Aid and CPR
- Emotional Support and Companionship
- Multitasking and Prioritizing
- Client Relationship and Rapport
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Laundry Washing, Drying and Ironing
- Bed Making and Changing
- Patient and Compassionate
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- HHA - Home Health Aide
- HCA - Home Care Aide
- CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide
- RNA - Restorative Nursing Assistant
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Private Clients
05.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southern Inyo Health Care District
12.2020 - 03.2022
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Nurses Solution
09.2019 - 10.2020
Nurse Assistant
BALLARD REHAB HOSPITAL
06.2008 - 09.2019
Nurses Assistant/Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant
Plymouth Tower Care And Living Center
04.2006 - 02.2009
Restorative Nursing Assistant Certificate -
Four-D College - Colton
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Career Moves
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
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