Hope Velasquez
CNA
Belen,NM
Summary
Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at Miguel A Baca, excelling in compassionate communication and wound care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through individualized care and effective emotional support, while maintaining strict confidentiality. Recognized for implementing fall prevention measures, ensuring safety, and fostering a positive healing environment for diverse patient populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Miguel A Baca
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated feeding processes and tracked consumption to support patients' nutritional goals.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Education
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Belen High School
Belen, NM04.1994
Skills
Compassionate communication
Bathing assistance
Vital signs monitoring
Feeding assistance
Basic life support
Complex Problem-solving
Maintaining confidentiality
Patient care
Compassion and empathy
Patient transfers
End-of-life care
Medication administration
Dressing assistance
Emergency response
Clinical documentation
Wound care
Problem-solving
Time management
Emotional support
Health monitoring
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Active listening
Multitasking and organization
Flexibility and adaptability
Attention to detail
Physical stamina
Conflict resolution
Cultural sensitivity
Patient advocacy
Medication assistance
Lifting and transferring
Patient hygiene assistance
Toileting assistance
Infection control practices
Direct patient care
Recording vital signs
Adaptable
Documenting behaviors
Patient lifting
Safety precautions
Mobility assistance
Patient relationship building
Light housekeeping
Collecting vital signs
Observing responses
Timeline
CNA
Miguel A Baca
08.2022 - Current
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Belen High School