Jennifer Aguilar
Cornville,AZ
Summary
Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate. Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a higher level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
I was a CNA at Kachina Point Healthcare from 2008 to 2015, I wanted to pursue different areas of the medical field. I started by doing in home care, I loved this job but it was to slow. I pursued my EMT while doing in home care. I decided to further my education and become a Paramedic.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Verde Valley Ambulance Co.
Cottonwood, AZ
07.2019 - Current
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
Caregiver
Private Resident, Barbara And Rick Molina
Sedona, AZ
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
Caregiver
Private Resident, Hiedi
Sedona, AZ
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops.
Sales Associate
Mexidona
Sedona, AZ
10.2013 - 05.2015
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record.
- Completed orders and organized product deliveries to meet customer timetables.
CNA
Kachina Point Health Care
Village of Oak Creek, AZ
02.2008 - 02.2015
- 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.
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- 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.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZNo Degree - Paramedic
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZHigh School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Academy
Cottonwood, AZ05.2003
Skills
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Attention to Detail
- Documenting behaviors
- Transporting patients
- Supporting personal needs
- Recording vital signs
- Observing responses
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient Management
- Compassionate
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Adaptable
- Patient Assessments
- Inpatient care
- Exceptional customer service
- Multi-tasking strength
- Product and service sales
- Problem-solving skills
- Relationship building
Timeline
Paramedic
Verde Valley Ambulance Co.
07.2019 - Current
Caregiver
Private Resident, Barbara And Rick Molina
05.2017 - 12.2017
Caregiver
Private Resident, Hiedi
08.2016 - 03.2017
Sales Associate
Mexidona
10.2013 - 05.2015
CNA
Kachina Point Health Care
02.2008 - 02.2015
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Yavapai College
No Degree - Paramedic
Yavapai College
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Academy