Julissa Mendoza
Plant City,FL
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and HIPAA compliance, honed at Breezy Hills Rehabilitation And Nursing Care. Excelled in delivering compassionate care, enhancing patient satisfaction, and improving recovery times. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and providing emotional support, consistently achieving quality outcomes in patient management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Breezy Hills Rehabilitation And Nursing Care
09.2021 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
Childcare Teacher
Redlands Christan Migrant Association
12.2015 - 06.2021
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Increased student participation by implementing creative and interactive learning activities.
- Supported diverse student needs through differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring academic success for all learners.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular progress updates and conferences, strengthening support networks for students.
- Organized small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing behavior guidelines.
- Implemented hands-on learning experiences to reinforce key concepts and improve retention rates among students.
- Evaluated student performance through formative assessments, allowing for timely feedback and targeted interventions as needed.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Improved literacy skills among students by incorporating engaging reading materials and targeted writing exercises.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Education
Associate In Arts -
Hillsborough Community College
Plant City, FL08.2019
Plant City High School
Plant City, FL06.2016
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing Assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Bedside manner
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Safety Precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic Charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Mobility Assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding Assistance
- Positioning Patients
- Adaptable
- Patient Lifting
- Transfer Techniques
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Ambulation Assistance
- Healthcare ethics
- Inpatient Care
- Patient relationship building
- Responding to emergencies
- Transporting patients
- Supporting personal needs
- Maintaining privacy
- Trustworthy companion
- Colostomy Care
- Feeding assistance expert
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Management
- Light Housekeeping
- Valid State driver's license
- Patient Relations
- Condition Monitoring
- Reliable transportation
- Patient Assessments
- Quality Assurance
- Activity Coordination
- Conducting intakes
- CNA Certification
- Vital signs
- Time Management
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Calm Under Stress
- Bedsore Prevention
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Emotional Support
- Patient Observation
- Emotional and Social Support
- Catheter Care
- Care Monitoring
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Breezy Hills Rehabilitation And Nursing Care
09.2021 - Current
Childcare Teacher
Redlands Christan Migrant Association
12.2015 - 06.2021
Associate In Arts -
Hillsborough Community College
Plant City High School
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