Jennifer Hernandez
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with 8 years of hands-on experience in providing exceptional patient care. Adept at assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring a safe and comfortable healthcare environment. Seeking to leverage my expertise to contribute to a healthcare team's success. Caring Home Health Aide with demonstrated experience providing quality in-home care to elderly, disabled and chronically ill individuals. Skilled in assisting with needs of diverse clientele.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hacienda HealthCare
1402 E South Mountain Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85042
07.2015 - Current
- Provide direct patient care, assisting with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- Administer medications under the supervision of registered nurses and document accurately
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to create and update patient care plans
- Assist with mobility, transfers, and positioning of patients to prevent bedsores and improve comfort
- Maintain a clean and organized patient environment, ensuring infection control protocols are followed.
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- 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.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Supported needs of residents under long-term care.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Assisted with new hire processing and existing training programs.
- Conducted regular meetings with team to discuss issues, concerns and updates.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Touching Hearts At Home
Tempe, AZ
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Provided compassionate care to elderly residents, focusing on their physical and emotional well-being
- Assisted with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration, taking into account dietary restrictions
- Supported patients with physical and occupational therapy exercises as prescribed by therapists
- Communicated effectively with families to provide updates on residents' conditions and progress
- Demonstrated exceptional patience and empathy when working with patients suffering from dementia
- Contributed to a positive and nurturing atmosphere in the facility.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
Education
Highschool Diploma -
Trevor Browne High School
Phoenix, AZ03.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
UEI College -
Phoenix, AZ2015
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Care Plan Implementation
- Infection Control
- Medical Terminology
- Compassion and Empathy
- Team Collaboration
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Transporting Patients
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Lifting
- Direct Patient Care
- Conducting Intakes
- Condition Monitoring
- Documenting Behaviors
- Tube Feedings and Medications Familiarity
- Preparing Meals
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Valid Az Driver's License
- Inpatient Care
- Light Housekeeping
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Recording Vital Signs
- Reliable Team Player
- Compassionate Caregiver
- First Aid and CPR
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hacienda HealthCare
07.2015 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Touching Hearts At Home
01.2015 - 06.2015
Highschool Diploma -
Trevor Browne High School
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
UEI College -