Jennifer Encarnacion
Montverde,FL
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients, and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Lakeland Hill Center For Nursing & Rehabilitation
Lakeland, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes or abnormalities to the nursing staff
- Assisted in transferring patients from beds to wheelchairs or other mobility devices
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by regularly sanitizing equipment and surfaces
- Documented patient information accurately and promptly in electronic medical records system
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Responded quickly to patient calls or alarms, providing immediate assistance when needed
- Assisted nurses during medical procedures, ensuring all necessary supplies were readily available
- Supported patients' emotional well-being by actively listening and offering comfort and companionship
- Followed infection control protocols to prevent the spread of diseases within the healthcare facility
- Assisted in monitoring fluid intake/output levels of patients under supervision of nursing staff
- Provided support to families by answering questions, addressing concerns, and offering guidance as needed
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, notifying appropriate personnel when restocking was necessary
- Assisted with range-of-motion exercises for immobile or bedridden patients
- Administered medications orally or topically according to physician orders
- Ensured patient safety by using proper lifting techniques when transferring or repositioning individuals
- Escorted patients to various appointments within the healthcare facility
- Performed basic wound care tasks such as cleaning wounds and applying dressings under nurse's direction
- Aided in maintaining accurate medication records for each assigned patient
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members on discharge planning for transitioning patients back home
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and documentation for patient records.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare professionals.
- Implemented resident care plans, promoting individualized support and rehabilitation goals.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness of living areas, adhering to infection control guidelines consistently.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- 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.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- 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.
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Mobile Phlebotomist
Central Florida Clinical Services
Orlando, FL
07.2023 - Current
- Follow the correct requisition form order
- Insure correct ofer of draw
- Identify your patent's correct information before drawing any blood
- Correct ppe was used.
- Urine sample collection
- Assistant living blood and urine collection
- Residential appointment
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
VALREA LLC
Clermont, FL
10.2017 - Current
- Ensure patient safety, and clean the living area.
- Medication reminder
- Meal pre
- Grocery shopping
- Doctors appointment .
- Provided direct patient care, including assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes or abnormalities to the nursing staff
- Assisted in transferring patients from beds to wheelchairs or other mobility devices
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by regularly sanitizing equipment and surfaces
- Documented patient information accurately and promptly in electronic medical records system
- Supported patients' emotional well-being by actively listening and offering comfort and companionship
- Assisted nurses during medical procedures, ensuring all necessary supplies were readily available
- Responded quickly to patient calls or alarms, providing immediate assistance when needed
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Assisted in monitoring fluid intake/output levels of patients under supervision of nursing staff
- Provided support to families by answering questions, addressing concerns, and offering guidance as needed
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, notifying appropriate personnel when restocking was necessary
- Followed infection control protocols to prevent the spread of diseases within the healthcare facility
- Administered medications orally or topically according to physician orders
- Ensured patient safety by using proper lifting techniques when transferring or repositioning individuals
- Escorted patients to various appointments within the healthcare facility
- Performed basic wound care tasks such as cleaning wounds and applying dressings under nurse's direction
- Aided in maintaining accurate medication records for each assigned patient
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members on discharge planning for transitioning patients back home
- Assisted with range-of-motion exercises for immobile or bedridden patients
Education
Nursing (Associate's degree) -
Mandl School-The College of Allied Health
Manhattan, NY08-2018
Associate of Science - LPN
Orlando School of Nursing
Lake Mary, FL05-2027
Skills
- Clinical laboratory experience
- Maintaining patient confidentiality
- Medical emergency response
- Hazard identification and correction
- Nursing home experience
- Geriatrics
- Assisted living
- Laboratory experience
- Data entry
- Time management
- Acute care
- Hospital experience
- Medical terminology
- Dementia care
- Customer service
- Experience with children
- Hoyer lift
- Microsoft Word
- Patient observation
- Specimen collection
- Bed linen changing
- Nursing
- Flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Medical Office Experience
- Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise
- Hospice Care
- Safe environment creation
- Solaris
- Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills
- CNA patient management
- Venipuncture
- Record keeping
- Community care (work setting)
- Patient interaction
- Abuse and neglect policy adherence
- EMR systems
- Caregiving
- Patient Care
- Achieving HIPAA compliance
- Skilled nursing facility
- Communication skills
- Documentation review
- Computer networking
- Hospitality
- Computer literacy
- Critical Care Experience
- Decision making
- Laboratory Experience
- Vital Signs
- Call light response (emergency response procedures)
- Laboratory safety
- Bed baths
- Computer operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Clinical documentation
- Driving
- EKG
- Laundry
- Managed Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
- Infectious disease care
- Patient monitoring
- Computer skills
- Teamwork
- EMR Systems
- Cooking
- Health promotion (health monitoring and safety measures)
- HIV/AIDS care
- Nail care
- Typing
- Courier
- Meal preparation
- Blood sampling
- Patient service
- Vital signs
- Phlebotomy
- Working with people with disabilities
- Long term care
- Sterile laboratory techniques
- OSHA
- FDA regulations
- Collecting samples for laboratory testing
- Critical care (emergency response procedures)
- Isolation techniques (health monitoring and safety measures)
- Emergency medicine
- Leadership
- Pediatrics
- CLIA regulations
- Home care
- Medical laboratory work
- Vaccination administration
- Laboratory compliance
- Experience Administering Injections
- Home health
- Working with geriatric patients
- Care plans
- Senior care
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Feeding assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Bathing assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Emergency response
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Infection control practices
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Collecting vital signs
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate
- Patient lifting
- Electronic charting
- Patient-focused care
- Geriatric care
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate caregiver
Certification
- First Aid Certification December 2006 to Present
- Certified Home Health Aide
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- BLS Certification June 2023 to June 2025
- CNA March 2023 to March 2025
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician April 2023 to April 2024
- Licensed Nursing Assistant
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- Certified Medication Aide
- Certified Medical Assistant
- CNA II
- AHA Certification
- ASCP Certification
- Compact State Nurse License
- AED Certification
- Healthcare Provider Certification
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual
English
Timeline
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Lakeland Hill Center For Nursing & Rehabilitation
01.2025 - Current
Mobile Phlebotomist
Central Florida Clinical Services
07.2023 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
VALREA LLC
10.2017 - Current
Nursing (Associate's degree) -
Mandl School-The College of Allied Health
Associate of Science - LPN
Orlando School of Nursing
Vocational training
- Vocational training
- Ass