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Emily Lemus Lopez

Omaha,NE

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience delivering patient-focused care in nursing homes. Proficient in electronic charting and care plan implementation, enhancing patient satisfaction through empathetic communication. Bilingual in English and Spanish, dedicated to advocating for patient rights and ensuring ethical, dignified care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hillcrest Healthcare
08.2025 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately monitoring vital signs and documenting observations.
  • Advocated for patient needs during interdisciplinary conferences and shift transitions.
  • Ensured ethical treatment by prioritizing patient rights and individual care requirements.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety protocols and proper positioning techniques.
  • Promoted independence by assisting patients with personal care and daily living activities.
  • Maintained safety by sanitizing environments and ensuring compliance with health regulations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mount Carmel Nursing Home
07.2024 - 08.2025
  • Provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff to ensure timely medical interventions.
  • Assisted in the implementation of individualized care plans, enhancing resident comfort and well-being.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient areas, contributing to a hygienic environment.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
  • Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.

Server

Qdoba Eats
06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Achieved high guest satisfaction through exceptional service in fast-paced environment.
  • Ensured timely, accurate order fulfillment by collaborating effectively with kitchen staff.
  • Trained new team members on menu items and crucial service protocols.
  • Maintained a clean dining area, enhancing the overall guest experience.
  • Processed cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced financial reports.
  • Increased sales through effective upselling and in-depth menu knowledge.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pre Medicine

Univeristy of Nebraska - Omaha
Omaha, NE
05-2029

High School Diploma -

Kearney High School
Kearney, NE
05-2025

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Bedside manner
  • Dressing assistance
  • Electronic charting
  • Patient-focused care
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Feeding assistance
  • Positioning patients
  • End-of-life care
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Valid Nebraska driver's license
  • Care plan implementation
  • Toileting assistance
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's care
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • CNA certification
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hillcrest Healthcare
08.2025 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mount Carmel Nursing Home
07.2024 - 08.2025

Server

Qdoba Eats
06.2022 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Pre Medicine

Univeristy of Nebraska - Omaha

High School Diploma -

Kearney High School
Emily Lemus Lopez