Manuel Alvarado
Houston
Summary
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Care Specialist
Paradigm at Woodwind Lakes
08.2024 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Collaborated effectively within the care team through regular meetings, sharing pertinent information and offering constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Promoted a positive living environment for residents by fostering strong relationships and facilitating open communication.
- Provided exceptional customer service to residents, families, and visitors while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Monitored vital signs regularly using appropriate equipment to accurately track resident health status over time.
- Supported new staff members through training programs, mentorship, and ongoing guidance to enhance overall team performance.
- Assisted residents with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing or feeding based on individual needs and preferences.
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Herman Woodlands
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Activities of daily living, vital signs, Accu checks, blood draws, EKG/ECG, ambulation, Telemetry, inventory stock control, medical chart documentation, monthly continuous education, employment safety training.
- Float pool within different units of the hospital
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Herman Woodlands
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Activities of daily living, vital signs, Accu checks, blood draws, EKG/ECG, ambulation, Telemetry, inventory stock control, medical chart documentation, monthly continuous education, employment safety training.
- Float pool within different units of the hospital
Hospice Technician
The R Group
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Activities of daily living, vital signs, Accu Checks, comfort care for patients in respite care, medical chart documentation.
- Responsible for communicating with head nurse and physician in charge daily.
Hospice Technician
The R Group
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Activities of daily living, vital signs, Accu Checks, comfort care for patients in respite care, medical chart documentation.
- Responsible for communicating with head nurse and physician in charge daily.
Patient Care Assistant
Harris Health Systems
12.2016 - 01.2019
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Facilitated timely patient discharges by efficiently transferring monitoring equipment between units as needed.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Conducted skillful phlebotomy procedures, resulting in minimal discomfort for patients during blood draws.
- Improved patient comfort during EKG procedures with careful electrode placement and clear communication.
Patient Care Assistant
Harris Health Systems
12.2016 - 01.2019
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Facilitated timely patient discharges by efficiently transferring monitoring equipment between units as needed.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Conducted skillful phlebotomy procedures, resulting in minimal discomfort for patients during blood draws.
- Improved patient comfort during EKG procedures with careful electrode placement and clear communication.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
ADVANTAGE NURSING SERVICES
08.2014 - 12.2016
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
ADVANTAGE NURSING SERVICES
08.2014 - 12.2016
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Freight Team Associate
Home Depot
02.2014 - 08.2014
- Stock Control and Customer Service, sit down Forklift/Standing Reach Truck/Order Picker, Janitorial and Warehouse Safety
Freight Team Associate
Home Depot
02.2014 - 08.2014
- Stock Control and Customer Service, sit down Forklift/Standing Reach Truck/Order Picker, Janitorial and Warehouse Safety
Patient Care Assistant
Fairbanks Medical Center
02.2010 - 05.2011
- Activities of daily living, vital signs, Accu checks, blood draws, ambulation, Telemetry, inventory stock control, medical chart documentation, monthly continuous education, employment safety training.
Patient Care Assistant
Fairbanks Medical Center
02.2010 - 05.2011
- Activities of daily living, vital signs, Accu checks, blood draws, ambulation, Telemetry, inventory stock control, medical chart documentation, monthly continuous education, employment safety training.
Warehouseman/Inventory Control
Coastal Bend Staffing
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Shipping / Receiving of inventory, Stock Control, Customer Service, Forklift Operator, Shrink Wrap Pallet, Janitorial and Warehouse Safety
Warehouseman/Inventory Control
Coastal Bend Staffing
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Shipping / Receiving of inventory, Stock Control, Customer Service, Forklift Operator, Shrink Wrap Pallet, Janitorial and Warehouse Safety
Education
Diploma - Healthcare Profession
Mac Arthur Senior High School
Houston, TX05.1990
CNA/HHA - Texas Licensure for Nursing Assistant
Texas Medical Career Training Institute
05.1993
Skills
- CPR/BLS
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Bedside manner
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- EPIC
- Medical terminology
- Patient lifting
- Transfer techniques
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Resident Care Specialist
Paradigm at Woodwind Lakes
08.2024 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Herman Woodlands
03.2020 - 03.2022
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Herman Woodlands
03.2020 - 03.2022
Hospice Technician
The R Group
01.2019 - 02.2020
Hospice Technician
The R Group
01.2019 - 02.2020
Patient Care Assistant
Harris Health Systems
12.2016 - 01.2019
Patient Care Assistant
Harris Health Systems
12.2016 - 01.2019
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
ADVANTAGE NURSING SERVICES
08.2014 - 12.2016
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
ADVANTAGE NURSING SERVICES
08.2014 - 12.2016
Freight Team Associate
Home Depot
02.2014 - 08.2014
Freight Team Associate
Home Depot
02.2014 - 08.2014
Patient Care Assistant
Fairbanks Medical Center
02.2010 - 05.2011
Patient Care Assistant
Fairbanks Medical Center
02.2010 - 05.2011
Warehouseman/Inventory Control
Coastal Bend Staffing
01.2007 - 12.2009
Warehouseman/Inventory Control
Coastal Bend Staffing
01.2007 - 12.2009
Diploma - Healthcare Profession
Mac Arthur Senior High School
CNA/HHA - Texas Licensure for Nursing Assistant
Texas Medical Career Training Institute
Similar Profiles
Jessica DicksonJessica Dickson
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at Paradigm at Woodwind LakesLicensed Nursing Home Administrator at Paradigm at Woodwind Lakes
Melanie AryaMelanie Arya
Medical Administrative Assistant at Paradigm At Woodwind LakesMedical Administrative Assistant at Paradigm At Woodwind Lakes
Fredrik StephensenFredrik Stephensen
Workshop Assistant at Blow Woodwind and Brass RepairsWorkshop Assistant at Blow Woodwind and Brass Repairs
Jennifer PickardJennifer Pickard
Purchasing and Operations Coordinator at Grace InstrumentPurchasing and Operations Coordinator at Grace Instrument
Sebastian DiegoSebastian Diego
Tennis Coach at Westside Tennis ClubTennis Coach at Westside Tennis Club