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Joumna Fernandez

Norwalk,CA

Summary

Dedicated Nurse Assistant with proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and patient care, honed at KINDRED HOSPITAL LA MIRADA. Excelled in providing exceptional support for personal hygiene and mobility, enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in infection control and healthcare ethics, ensuring high standards of care. Demonstrated commitment by adapting to patient needs and maintaining privacy.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Assistant , HHA

KINDRED HOSPITAL LA MIRADA
04.2024 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs for early detection of potential health issues, enabling timely intervention from medical staff.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • 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.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.

Home Health Aide

TEAM SELECT
07.2023 - Current
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.

CARE GIVER

IHSS
02.1998 - Current
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.

Education

No Degree - Nursing Assistant Program

Healthcare Career of Norwalk
07.2023

High School Diploma -

IBA Arabi High School
Beirut Lebanon
04.1980

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Care
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Infection Control
  • ADL support
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Specimen Collection
  • Preparing meals
  • Activity Planning
  • Reliable transportation
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge

Certification

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL TRANING

  • WORKING WITH DISABLE PATIENTS WHO HAVE CELEBRAL PALSY
  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Timeline

Nurse Assistant , HHA

KINDRED HOSPITAL LA MIRADA
04.2024 - Current

Home Health Aide

TEAM SELECT
07.2023 - Current

CARE GIVER

IHSS
02.1998 - Current

No Degree - Nursing Assistant Program

Healthcare Career of Norwalk

High School Diploma -

IBA Arabi High School

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