JOHANA CASTRO
Anchor Health Llc
Citrus heights,CA
11
years of professional experience
Dedicated Healthcare Professional experienced in delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Enhanced quality of life for convalescent patients by effectively addressing physical and mental disabilities, assisting with daily living activities, and providing emotional support. Emphasized collaboration and adaptability to achieve positive outcomes while maintaining organized and efficient care plans.
Work History
CNA/Home Health Hospice Aide
2 Years 4 Months- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by managing multiple patients'' needs simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved ones during hospice care, empowering them to be active participants in the caregiving process.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to continuously enhance knowledge of hospice care best practices and maintain certification requirements.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Assisted in training new nursing assistants, promoting adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Delivered exceptional personal hygiene assistance, upholding dignity and respect for each patient throughout the end-of-life journey.
CNA/Home Health Aide
1 Year 7 Months- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Prevented pressure ulcer development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and operational protocols.
CNA/Home Health Aide
3 Months- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, fostering a supportive care environment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with care standards.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
Hospice CNA
1 Year 1 Month- Delivered personal care, rehabilitative, and support services while observing patient needs; communicated effectively through written and verbal methods; participated in quality improvement and assurance activities; managed records
- Executed verbal and written directions from Registered Nurse to assist with personal hygiene, ambulation, and exercise based on assignment requirements
- Observes, records, and reports significant changes in the status of the client (i.e. pain or fever, etc.) and/or family to Supervisor
- Recorded observations and completed tasks accurately to ensure continuity of care
- Maintains confidentiality regarding patients, health care staff, and documentation. Performed additional duties from the Supervisor or Director of PT Services
Personal Care Assistant/ SLA
5 Years 1 Month- Planned daily activities to promote light exercise and enhance clients' physical well-being.
- Delivered compassionate patient care tailored to individual client needs.
- Transported clients to complete required tasks such as medical appointments and grocery shopping.
- Provided caring companionship to elderly and developmentally disabled clients.
- Cleaned homes and performed light chores to ensure clients' safety and comfort.
- Document every client's care.
Caregiver/ Hospice specialist
4 Years 7 Months- Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Monitored clients' progress to identify and communicate needed adjustments in care.
- Supervised frequent activities such as medication and personal hygiene to ensure safety.
- Enhanced patient outlook and daily living through compassionate, individualized care.
- Assisted with all medications according to the care plan.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support, ensuring safety and comfort for clients with dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Transported client to doctor's appointments and to complete other related errands.
- Completed data entries in charts and log books to document clients' progress with accuracy.
Education
GED
Certified Nurse Assistant
HHA
Skills
CNA
HHA
Vital signs monitoring
Hospice
Dementia and Patient Care
CPR/AED/BLS First Aid certified
Patient behavior management
Problem resolution ability
Verbal communication
Organizational skills
Multitasking
Reliable caregiver
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Timeline
CNA/Home Health Hospice Aide
Anchor Health Llc
03.2023 - 07.2025Read More
CNA/Home Health Aide
Advanced Home Health and Hospice
07.2021 - 02.2023Read More
CNA/Home Health Aide
Interim HealthCare
03.2021 - 06.2021Read More
Hospice CNA
Infinity Hospice Care
08.2019 - 09.2020Read More
Personal Care Assistant/ SLA
Accessible Space inc
08.2015 - 09.2020Read More
Caregiver/ Hospice specialist
Eden Health Home Care
11.2014 - 06.2019Read More
Western Nevada College
GED
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Ormsby Post Acute Rehab
Certified Nurse Assistant
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Curam College of Nursing
HHA
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