GRACIELA GONZALEZ
Oceanside,CA
Summary
Professional Certified Nurse Assistant experienced in providing wide range of services to patients. Supported registered nurses and physicians across all areas of patient care to contribute to superior level of compassion, to achieved the best outcome for patients.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
ADVANCE CARE TECHNICIAN/ CNA
TRICITY MEDICAL CENTER
OCEANSIDE, CA
11.2016 - 09.2024
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature and respiration rate.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, including bathing and dressing patients.
- Provided assistance to medical personnel during examinations and treatments.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Ensured that all supplies were adequately stocked and available for use when needed.
- Initiated safety measures to prevent accidents or injury while providing patient care services.
- Collected specimens for analysis according to established procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Observed changes in physical condition of patients; reported any significant changes to supervisor immediately.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in providing care; followed infection control policies at all times.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to healthcare topics.
- Attended team meetings regarding patient care issues; offered suggestions where appropriate.
- Followed hospital policies regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Assisted with inventory management duties; tracked supplies used during patient treatments.
- Supported other departments within the facility as needed; performed additional tasks upon request.
- Recorded patient vital signs, documenting information into medical charts.
- Maintained confidential documentation of patient information to stay compliant with federal regulations.
- Transported patients as assigned by registered nurses.
- Observed and reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse.
- Obtained, labeled and transported variety of samples and blood specimens.
- Responded quickly and with deep care for patients to build trust and rapport.
- Demonstrated physical strength and stamina to lift patients.
- Prepared patient, equipment and supplies for specific procedures.
- Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
CNA, Float Pool
Scripps Healthcare
SAN DIEGO, CA
06.2008 - 09.2018
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Transferred patients in wheelchairs or with gurneys to other units or departments within the facility.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Reported changes in patient's condition to nursing staff.
- Prepared and served meals according to prescribed diets.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests quickly.
- Performed range of motion exercises with immobile patients under direction of a licensed nurse.
- Responded to emergency situations using proper protocol and providing basic life support when needed.
- Assisted nurses with treatments such as enemas, douches or catheterizations per physician orders.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to CNA duties.
- Provided float pool coverage at various facilities throughout the county.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in documentation.
- Utilized electronic medical records system accurately to document all pertinent information.
- Ensured that all supplies were properly stocked on unit before beginning shift.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to overall prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to patients.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Overall, same CNA responsibilities all over 5 Scripps hospitals.
PERIOPERATIVE AIDE
TRICITY MEDICAL CENTER
OCEANSIDE, CA
09.2002 - 11.2007
- Transported patients from pre-operative area to operating room and back to post-operative area after surgery was completed.
- Assisted in the preparation of operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments, supplies and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of patient's vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate and pulse.
- Assisted with dressing changes on wound sites following surgery.
- Ensured that all equipment is functioning properly prior to use in the operating room environment.
- Restocked sterile supplies as needed in the operating room environment before, during and after surgeries.
- Prepared necessary paperwork for various procedures throughout the day such as consent forms, orders and labels for medications, supplies used during surgeries, procedures.
- Collected specimens from patients before, during or after surgical procedures as instructed by physicians or nurses.
- Followed strict safety protocols regarding disposal of biohazardous materials generated from patient care activities.
- Communicated with professionalism and compassion when interacting with surgical team and patients.
- Transported patients to holding area to prepare for operating procedures.
Education
GED -
Vista Adult School
Vista, CA06-2010
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CASome College (No Degree) - HEALTH CARE CNA
SDCCD Continuing Education
San Diego, CASkills
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diagnostic Testing
- Medical Equipment Operation
- State Certified
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Great Bedside Manners
- Customer Service
- Strong Work Ethic
- Infection control standards
- Bilingual
- Self Motivated
Languages
SPANISH
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
ADVANCE CARE TECHNICIAN/ CNA
TRICITY MEDICAL CENTER
11.2016 - 09.2024
CNA, Float Pool
Scripps Healthcare
06.2008 - 09.2018
PERIOPERATIVE AIDE
TRICITY MEDICAL CENTER
09.2002 - 11.2007
GED -
Vista Adult School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Miracosta College
Some College (No Degree) - HEALTH CARE CNA
SDCCD Continuing Education
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