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Emily Alba

Staten Island,NY

Summary

Patient Care Nursing Assistant with 13 years of direct patient care in hospitals and senior living facilities. Passionate professional with proven success at kindly addressing patient and resident needs while also meeting institutional goals effectively. Dedicated to understanding and implementing current patient care practices and to communicating clearly with patients, family and colleagues.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Nursing Assistant

Staten Island University Hosptial
STATEN ISLAND, NY
04.2019 - 12.2021
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests for assistance from other healthcare team members.
  • Engaged with patients on an individual basis through conversation, ambulation, provide assessment and advocacy for patient needs .
  • Reported abnormal changes or patterns in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff and understood and followed regulations regarding injury or possible abuse.
  • Documented patients status electronically and attended interdisciplinary meetings to offer input into selected patients care plan.

Cooks Helper/Dietary Aide

Carmel Richmond Nursing Home
STATEN ISLAND, NY
01.2012 - 11.2018
  • Followed all company policies regarding safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
  • Works hands on with cooks preparing food as assigned, as well as preparing food for the posted menu for residents.
  • Communicate and cooperate with staff, residents and their families all while working with enthusiasm.

Medical Assistant

Dr. Zvi MD Pediatrics
STATEN ISLAND, NY
03.2009 - 07.2013
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.
  • Carried out daily tasks by professionally communicating with physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.
  • Greeted patients and visitors to answer questions or refer inquiries to appropriate personnel.
  • Photocopied insurance cards, documented details and verified patient coverage for upcoming procedures or appointments.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Union County College
Cranford, NJ
08-2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University of Nursing
New Brunswick, NJ

Skills

  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Basic Nursing Care
  • First-Aid and CPR
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Patient Observation
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Assessments
  • Catheter Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Specimen Collection
  • Clinical Documentation
  • HIPAA Compliance

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • CPR Certification, BLS- American Heart Association Basic Health Care Life Support, 2023-2025
  • Certified Nursing Assistant, College of Staten Island, 2011
  • Certified Feeding Assistant Program, Seaview Hospital Rehabilitation Center, 2009
  • Certificate: Managed Long-Term Care, 2015

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Patient Care Nursing Assistant

Staten Island University Hosptial
04.2019 - 12.2021

Cooks Helper/Dietary Aide

Carmel Richmond Nursing Home
01.2012 - 11.2018

Medical Assistant

Dr. Zvi MD Pediatrics
03.2009 - 07.2013

Associate of Science - Nursing

Union County College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University of Nursing

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