Hi, I’m
Iris Barbosa
Allentown Pa,PA
Summary
Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with excellent experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kirkland Village Bethlehem , PA
Certified Nursing Assistant
03.2008 - 08.2010
Job overview
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation HospitalAllentown , PA
Patient Care Specialist/ Unit Clerk
08.2010 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Worked closely with patients to deliver excellent and direct individualized patient care.
- Acted as main point of contact for patients, doctors and hospital staff by closely reviewing medical charts and maintaining high levels of communication.
- Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Worked with patients to schedule tests and procedures.
- Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities.
- Manages the patient admission and discharge process for the unit.
- Helps nursing with gathering discharge needs.
- Answers the phone and directs calls.
- Orders new supplies and equipment.
- Makes photocopies and faxes documents.
- Completes other administrative work as needed.
- Collaborates with medical and administrative staff.
- Maintains the confidentiality of all patient records.
- Follows all hospital policies and procedures.
Holy Family MonorBethlehem , Pa
Certified Nursing Assistant
07.2005 - 08.2006
Job overview
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Manor CareBethlehem, PA
Certified Nursing Assistant
06.2004 - 06.2005
Job overview
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Education
Freedom High SchoolBethlehem, PA
06.2003
Skills
- Gathering Information From Patients
- Resolving Problems
- Caring and Empathetic
- Registration and Scheduling
- Documenting and Recording Information
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Patient Confidentiality and Data Security
- Quality Standards and Protocols
- Providing Information and Resources
- Database Search and Data Entry Skills
- Administrative and Office Support
- Calm and Effective Under Pressure
- Word Processing
- Reading Comprehension
Timeline
Patient Care Specialist/ Unit Clerk
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2010 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kirkland Village
03.2008 - 08.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holy Family Monor
07.2005 - 08.2006
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care
06.2004 - 06.2005
Freedom High School
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