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Heaven Garitano

Rosebud,USA

Summary

Nurses Aide with over a decade of experience in providing compassionate and comprehensive patient care in Long-Term, emergency and assisted living settings. Demonstrates strong skills in patient assessment, EKG monitoring, and medication administration, while maintaining a calm demeanor in high-stress situations. Committed to enhancing patient safety and experience through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and continuously seeking opportunities for professional growth in emergency care.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant/ Medication Aide/ Restorative Aide

White River Healthcare Center
White River, USA
06.2014 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily activities including, dressing, hygiene care, feeding, showering, toileting and monitoring vital signs
  • Collaborated with nurses to ensure quality care delivery
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Helping restore mobility to residents by walking, stretching and Range of Motions.

Nurses Aide

Rosebud IHS Emergency Department
Rosebud, USA
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Provide compassionate care in emergency settings, assisting nurses with patient assessments and treatments
  • Maintain a calm demeanor during high-stress situations
  • Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care
  • Contribute to a positive work environment through effective communication
  • Propose and implement process improvements to enhance patient experience
  • Continuously seek opportunities to expand knowledge and skills in emergency care
  • Cleaning and restocking the IV carts, patient bays, supply rooms, ordering supplies, checking blood glucose levels on patients, EKGs, Swabbing for Covid-19, Strep or Influenza, and observing Suicide Ideation patients
  • Monitored vital signs, documented health changes, and promptly reported concerns to nursing staff, contributing to proactive resident care

Resident Assistant/ Medication Aide

Oakwood Assisted Living Facility
Valentine, USA
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to implement personalized care plans, fostering a supportive environment for residents' physical and emotional needs
  • Engaged residents in social activities, promoting mental stimulation and community bonding, while adapting to individual preferences and abilities
  • Engaging With the residents, passing and administering Medications on time, Charting, Cleaning the residents rooms/bathrooms as well as the rest of the facility, laundry, Cooking, putting away medications and providing snack times with activities for the residents
  • Provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily activities including, dressing, hygiene care, feeding, showering, toileting, Charting and monitoring vital signs
  • Collaborated with nurses to ensure quality care delivery
  • Fostered positive relationships with residents, families, and healthcare team
  • Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to optimize care outcomes
  • Meticulously documented resident health changes and care provided
  • Maintained accurate records, facilitating seamless communication across shifts and departments

Certified Nursing assistant

Good Samaritan Society - Pine View
Valentine, USA
01.2014 - 06.2014
  • Provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily activities including, dressing, hygiene care, feeding, showering, toileting and monitoring vital signs
  • Collaborated with nurses to ensure quality care delivery

Education

AAS - Licensed Practical Nursing

Sinte Gleska University
Mission, SD
03.2025

Diploma - General Studies

Todd County High School
Mission, SD
05.2012

Skills

  • Range of motions
  • Patient Assessment
  • EKG Monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • Calm Demeanor
  • Compassionate Care
  • Communication Skills
  • Patient Safety
  • Emergency Response
  • Health Education
  • Documentation Skills
  • First Aid Training
  • Scheduling
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Inventory Control
  • Wound Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Safety Protocols
  • Health Promotion
  • Geriatric Care
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Blood sugar monitoring

Certification

  • CNA Certification, Sinte Gleska University, A037403, 05/13/26
  • UMA Certification, Sinte Gleska University, M007387, 07/09/26
  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 11/20/23, 11/2025, 245417893455

Ethnicity

American Indian

Personal Information

  • Age: 31
  • Driving License: 01424659

Timeline

Nurses Aide

Rosebud IHS Emergency Department
01.2023 - 01.2025

Resident Assistant/ Medication Aide

Oakwood Assisted Living Facility
01.2021 - 09.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant/ Medication Aide/ Restorative Aide

White River Healthcare Center
06.2014 - Current

Certified Nursing assistant

Good Samaritan Society - Pine View
01.2014 - 06.2014

AAS - Licensed Practical Nursing

Sinte Gleska University

Diploma - General Studies

Todd County High School

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