Esmeralda Sedano

I am a Certified Nurse Assistant, I know my skills, duties and responsibilities to perform a good work with patients in the field. I am trained to do the following skills:

• Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
• Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
• Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
• Used mobility devices to transport patients.
• Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and grooming.
• Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
• Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
• Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
• Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
• Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds to wheelchair.
• Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
• Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
• Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
• Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
• Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
• Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
• Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
• Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
• Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
• Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
• Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
• Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
• Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
• Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
• Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
• Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.