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James Gabriel

James Gabriel

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Pavilion Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. Enhanced patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and effective care strategies, ensuring a dignified and supportive environment for residents. Proven ability to implement infection control practices while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Long Island Care Center for Rehabilitation
Queens, NY
06.2022 - Current

CNA

Pavilion Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Queens, NY
04.2021 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • 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.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.

Education

High School Diploma -

Boston University, Boston, MA
04.2005

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Attention to detail
  • Bathing assistance
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient transfers
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Dressing assistance
  • End-of-life care
  • Basic life support
  • Feeding assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Emergency response
  • Clinical documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient advocacy
  • Physical stamina
  • Health monitoring
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Medication assistance
  • Infection control practices
  • Toileting assistance
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Safety precautions
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bedside manner
  • Compassionate
  • Patient lifting
  • Patient-focused care
  • Electronic charting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Geriatric care
  • Direct patient care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Medical terminology
  • Light housekeeping
  • Inpatient care
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Adaptable
  • Patient assessments
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Specimen collection
  • Transporting patients
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Patient management
  • Valid state driver's license
  • Activity planning
  • Care plan implementation
  • Quality assurance
  • Observing responses
  • Condition monitoring
  • Preparing meals
  • Indirect patient care
  • Reliable transportation
  • Medical records management
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Meal planning
  • EMR / EHR
  • Outpatient care
  • Activity coordination
  • Conducting intakes
  • Pediatric care
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Chronic disease management

Certification

Nursing assistant

Languages

English
Professional Working
English

Timeline

CNA - Long Island Care Center for Rehabilitation
06.2022 - Current
CNA - Pavilion Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
04.2021 - Current
Boston University - High School Diploma,
James Gabriel