Jennifer Astin
Baldwin Park,CA
Summary
Energetic Nurse Aide with 8 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations. Expertise in patient care and hospice.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Emanate Health
01.2011 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for hospice patients through diligent housekeeping tasks.
- Enhanced quality of life for terminally ill patients by addressing their emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical intervention when necessary.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques to support their loved ones during the hospice process.
- Provided end-of-life care for patients while respecting their dignity and personal wishes, allowing them to pass comfortably.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding while preserving their autonomy whenever possible.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records, ensuring thorough communication between all healthcare providers involved in the patient''s care.
- Utilized effective nonverbal communication strategies for patients who were unable or unwilling to speak about their experiences or emotions openly.
- Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care.
Nursing Assistant Intern
Kaiser Permanente
01.2013 - 02.2017
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted nurses with daily tasks, streamlining workflow for increased efficiency.
- Enhanced patient comfort by promptly addressing concerns and needs.
- Facilitated patient mobility, contributing to quicker recovery times.
- Maintained accurate medical records for effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Provided support during medical procedures, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families about health conditions and self-care techniques, promoting better adherence to treatment plans.
- Regularly monitored vital signs and reported any abnormal findings to supervising nurse or physician in a timely manner.
- Administered medications under the supervision of registered nurses, reducing medication errors and improving patient outcomes.
- Ensured a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported patients during difficult emotional moments, demonstrating empathy and understanding in challenging situations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing assistant care.
- Communicated effectively with diverse populations of patients, adapting communication style as needed for optimal understanding and Rapport building.
- Utilized time management skills to effectively prioritize tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Conducted thorough pre-appointment screenings, gathering essential information from patients that allowed healthcare professionals to make informed decisions regarding appropriate treatments.
- Contributed to positive teamwork dynamics by offering assistance when needed and participating actively in team discussions regarding patient care strategies.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting quickly to changing requirements within the clinical setting based on patient needs or staff availability.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Managed supplies and equipment inventory, ensuring all necessary resources were readily available for patient care.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- 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.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- 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.
- 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.
- Supported needs of 40+ residents under long-term care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Downey High School
Downey, CA01.1999
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA01.2013
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Physical Stamina
- Patient Assessment
- Interpersonal Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Education
- Infection Control
- Critical Thinking
- Medication Administration
- Medical Terminology
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing Assistant Intern
Kaiser Permanente
01.2013 - 02.2017
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Emanate Health
01.2011 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Downey High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cerritos College
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