Emilia Mendez
San Jose,CA
Summary
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
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
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Creekside Post Acute
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
Mission De La Casa
02.1999 - 10.2021
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
CNA
Pleasant View Convalescent Hospital
05.1996 - 01.1998
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
No Degree - Mathematics
San Jose City College
San Jose, CA08-2012
High School Diploma -
Escuela Popular
149 N White Rd San Jose Ca 9512706-2012
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfers
- Emergency response
- Wound care
- Lifting and transferring
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional Working
Timeline
CNA
Creekside Post Acute
05.2024 - Current
CNA
Mission De La Casa
02.1999 - 10.2021
CNA
Pleasant View Convalescent Hospital
05.1996 - 01.1998
No Degree - Mathematics
San Jose City College
High School Diploma -
Escuela Popular
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