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Florence Ibarra

Galveston,TX

Summary

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. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

The Meridian
09.2023 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • 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.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.

CNA

The Rehab Suites At Magnolia Crossing
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards

CNA

Focused Care At Webster
10.2019 - 02.2023
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.

CNA Supervisor

Park Manor Of South Belt
07.2010 - 10.2019
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Successfully negotiated client contract renewals to create increased revenue.
  • Removed trash and straightened counters to keep pharmacy area clean and neat.
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
  • Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
  • Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
  • Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
  • Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant - Medical Assisting

Gary Job Corps
San Marcos, TX
05.2010

Skills

  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Feeding Assistance Expertise
  • Medical Records Management
  • Medications Familiarity
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • EMR Systems
  • Case Management
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Charting Expertise
  • Medication Assistance
  • Wound Care
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • General Housekeeping Abilities
  • Family Support and Assistance
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Measuring Bodily Fluids
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Meal Planning
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Medical Office Administration
  • Efficient and Reliable Team Player
  • Admitting Support
  • Inpatient Care
  • Patient Relationship-Building
  • Shared Governance
  • Activity Planning
  • Trustworthy Companion
  • Compassionate Caregiver
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Interdisciplinary Communication
  • Performing Patient Intakes
  • Intake Recording
  • Medical Procedures Understanding
  • Patient Assessments
  • Activity Coordination
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Database Administration
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Monitor Vitals
  • Monitoring Fluids
  • Proper Staffing
  • Nursing Standards
  • Family Communication
  • Observing Responses
  • EMR Updating
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Feeding Tube Management
  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Needs Determination
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Range of Motion Exercises
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Symptom Documentation
  • Biological Specimen Handling
  • Collecting Specimens
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Bed Making and Linen Changes
  • Promoting Healthy Habits
  • Intercultural Competence
  • ADLs Assistance
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Bed Transfers
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Alcohol Rubs
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Transporting Patients
  • Respiratory Failure
  • Memory Improvement
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Wheelchair Assistance
  • Bathing and Dressing
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

CNA

The Meridian
09.2023 - Current

CNA

The Rehab Suites At Magnolia Crossing
03.2023 - 09.2023

CNA

Focused Care At Webster
10.2019 - 02.2023

CNA Supervisor

Park Manor Of South Belt
07.2010 - 10.2019

Certified Nurse Assistant - Medical Assisting

Gary Job Corps
Florence Ibarra