Karen Hernandez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Reliable, caring certified nursing assistant with 3 years of experience caring for elderly and vulnerable adults. Work well with bedridden, physically challenged, and memory-impaired residents. Friendly and compassionate, with excellent interpersonal communication skills. Discreet and confidential in all dealings with patients and staff.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Guardian Rehabilitation Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
11.2021 - Current
- GUARDIAN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL | Los Angeles, CA
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant | 11/2021 - Present
- Enhance patient comfort by changing linens, rearranging pillows and providing cushions to relieve pressure on the legs and tailbone
- Dress wounds according to best practices for improving circulation and decreasing the risk of infection
- Measure and record temperature, blood pressure, pulse and oxygen saturation level
- Listen to patients' concerns and report them to the nurse or social worker on duty
- Provide assistance with bathing, eating and toileting
- Provided assistance with major activities of daily living including Grooming, bathing and toileting.
- worked with orderlies to transfer patients into wheelchairs.
- Monitored patients and reported worsening symptoms to the registered nurse on duty
- Assisted with medical procedures by positioning patients correctly and making sure providers access to right supplies and equipment.
- Changed dressings and monitored wounds for signs of infection
Education
Standing Ovation Award From Cedar’s Sina
Award
06-2024
CNA -
Los Angeles Career College
Northridge, CA11-2021
CPR Certified, Fire Hazard Safety, RNA -
Certificates
Northridge, CASpanish, English
Languages
Skills
Communication skills, Time management, Bilingual, Physical examinations, Customer service, English
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Guardian Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Standing Ovation Award From Cedar’s Sina
Award
CNA -
Los Angeles Career College
CPR Certified, Fire Hazard Safety, RNA -
Certificates
Spanish, English
Languages