Gabriella Urbano
Racine,WI
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with expertise in direct patient care, HIPAA compliance, and safety precautions. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and well-being through effective communication and personalized care plans. Over 5 years of Medical/Surgical experience and geriatric communities.
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advocate Medical Center Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant WI
01.2024 - Current
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at elevating standards of patient care delivery.
- Implemented and supported individualized care plans for 6-8 patients every shift.
- 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.
- 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.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Froedtert South
Pleasant Prairie, WI
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored and individualized care plans for up to 13 patients on a wing of medical or surgical.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms to promote a safe environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and improve patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management plans to foster understanding and compliance.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records for effective communication.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols, enhancing team efficiency.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- 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.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI05-2024
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate
- Bedside manner
- Safety precautions
- Medical terminology
- Companionship and emotional support
- Healthcare ethics
- Geriatric care
- Care plan implementation
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop audit tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with Safety Champions to reduce skin pressure injuries and shed more light on the importance of BRADEN and the implementations.
- CNA Council Member
- Petal Award Nominee
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advocate Medical Center Mount Pleasant
01.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Froedtert South
12.2021 - 01.2024
Master of Science - Nursing
Marquette University
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Carthage College