Gloria Gonzalez
Maywood,CA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Mirada Hills / La Mirada Post Acute, enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and fostering positive patient relationships, I excel in creating a safe environment while promoting dignity and independence for all residents.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurse's Assistant
La Mirada Post Acute
La Mirada, CA
07.2022 - Current
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Maintained detailed patient records to facilitate accurate documentation and timely communication among healthcare professionals.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or changes to nursing staff.
- Proactively identified and addressed potential safety hazards in the patient care environment, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Streamlined patient transfers between units by coordinating efficiently with other CNAs, nurses, and healthcare providers.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, increasing efficiency and maintaining high-quality care.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mirada Hills Rehabilitation And Convalescent Hospital
La Mirada, CA
11.2014 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene to patients.
- 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
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- 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.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Education
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Advance Career Institute Nursing College
Los Angeles, CA2014
High School Diploma -
Instituto Benjamin Zeledon
Nicaragua 2004
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring and recording
- HIPAA compliance
- Supporting personal needs
- Safety precautions
- Compassionate caregiver
- End-of-life care
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding assistance
- Maintaining privacy
- Companionship and emotional support
- Toileting assistance
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Direct patient care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nurse's Assistant
La Mirada Post Acute
07.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mirada Hills Rehabilitation And Convalescent Hospital
11.2014 - 06.2022
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Advance Career Institute Nursing College
High School Diploma -
Instituto Benjamin Zeledon