JOEL AQUINO
Escondido,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Medical Supply Technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
VA Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Delivered high-quality care to 8-12 patients in hospital facility
Certified Home Health Aide
VITAS Healthcare
05.2018 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress or problems to report and discussed observations with supervisor or case manager.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valle Vista Convalescent Hospital
08.2005 - 12.2020
- 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.
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Supported needs of 5-6 residents under long-term care
Education
Pacific Health Educational Center
Pleasant Care of San Diego
Skills
- Electronic Charting
- Records Management
- Computer Literate
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Self-Motivation
- CPR Certification
- Biohazard Disposal
- Physical Stamina
- Infection Control
- Problem Solving
- Medical Equipment Operation
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
VA Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Certified Home Health Aide
VITAS Healthcare
05.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valle Vista Convalescent Hospital
08.2005 - 12.2020
Pacific Health Educational Center
Pleasant Care of San Diego
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