Flor Salas
Redbluff,CA
Summary
Dedicated CNA with experience at Enloe Hospital, delivering compassionate patient care and effectively monitoring vital signs. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to implement fall prevention measures and maintain HIPAA compliance, ensuring a safe and dignified environment for all patients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Enloe Hospital
Chico, CA
11.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Cna
Redbluff Health Care
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Red Bluff High School
Red Bluff, CA06.2022
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Reliable team player
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate caregiver
- Trustworthy companion
Languages
spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Enloe Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Cna
Redbluff Health Care
12.2023 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Red Bluff High School