JOAN FERMIN
Belfair,USA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
FIR LANE HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER
Shelton, Washington
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.
- Supported rehabilitation therapies by encouraging resident participation in exercises.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resident care plans effectively.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
MEDICATION TECHNICIAN
Greenlake Senior Living
Gig Harbor, WA
12.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of patients.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, and automobiles.
- Delegated to administer insulin for diabetic patients.
- Delegated to administer medication approved by the Department of Social and Health Services.
Medication Technician. CNA
Haven in Allyn
Allyn, Washington
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Administered medications according to established protocols and resident care plans.
- Monitored residents for side effects and reported concerns to nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate medication records and documentation for compliance audits.
- Assisted in training new staff on medication administration procedures and best practices.
- Ensured proper storage and handling of medications according to regulatory standards.
- Ensured that all prescribed medications were taken as ordered by physician.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition or behavior associated with medications.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered to residents.
- Disposed expired drugs according to regulatory standards.
- Assisted with ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and delivering medications throughout the facility.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient health information at all times.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Reo Vista Healthcare Center
San Diego, CA
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure and heart rate.
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Utilized PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
- Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings.
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
MEDICATION TECHNICIAN/CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Highland Village of Fallon
Fallon, NV
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake, urinary and fecal output.
- Kept patient information confidential to protect organization's value.
- Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, and sputum.
- Identified and documented general reactions to medications to facilitate intervention.
- Managed medication cart for complete, up-to-date supplies and quality control.
- Liaised with clinical staff members to coordinate and administer medication to nursing home residents.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
MEDICATION TECHNICIAN
Ashford Court Assisted Living
Jacksonville, FL
07.2012 - 04.2013
- Removed discontinued, outdated, or deteriorated drugs from inventory.
- Clarified inaccurate, ineffective, or contraindicated orders or treatment regimens by consulting with licensed nurse.
- Communicated with patients and family members to drive care plan.
- Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, and sputum.
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Mayo Clinic
Jacksonville, FL
09.2001 - 12.2003
- Exercised comatose, paralyzed, and immobile patients.
- Placed heart monitors for observing, monitoring, and documenting cardiac arrhythmias.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control related to hand washing and universal precautions.
- Utilized wheelchairs and moveable beds to transport patients to treatment units and operating rooms.
- Collected blood samples and body fluids to prepare for diagnostic testing.
- Recorded height and weight of patients. Reviewed patient dietary restrictions and food allergies to verify appropriate diet.
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare them for surgery, treatment, and examination.
- Supplied, collected, and emptied bedpans.
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Infection control practices
- Patient mobility assistance
- Care plan coordination
- Team collaboration
- Patient observation
- Documentation accuracy
- Effective communication
- End-of-life care
- Active listening
- Medication assistance
- Basic life support
- Multitasking and organization
- Attention to detail
- Emergency response
Certification
- BLS, NC61422212, WASHINGTON
- Nursing Assistant, NA61390978, Washington State
- Nurse Delegation Core and Diabetes, WA Department of Social and Public Health
- Nursing Assistant, CNA00936266, California Department of Public Health
- Nursing Assistant, CNA032586, Nevada State Board of Nursing
Timeline
CNA
FIR LANE HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER
08.2025 - Current
Medication Technician. CNA
Haven in Allyn
09.2023 - 08.2025
MEDICATION TECHNICIAN
Greenlake Senior Living
12.2022 - Current
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Reo Vista Healthcare Center
10.2015 - 06.2017
MEDICATION TECHNICIAN/CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Highland Village of Fallon
01.2014 - 08.2015
MEDICATION TECHNICIAN
Ashford Court Assisted Living
07.2012 - 04.2013
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Mayo Clinic
09.2001 - 12.2003