Karen Martinez
Hartford,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Empathetic Certified Nursing Assistant commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration and unprecedented patient relations. Interacts with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
The Timbers Of Cass County
Dowagiac, MI
03.2012 - 05.2022
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Cashier
Tractor Supply
Dowagiac, MI
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
Education
Certefication - Certefied Nurse Assistant
Technology Center
Lawrence, MI03.2012
High School Diploma -
Hartford High School
Hartford, MI04.2011
Skills
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Bedsore Prevention
- Surgical Preparation
- Needs Determination
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Fluid Measurement
- Observation Documentation
- Emotional and Social Support
- Vital Signs Collection
- Willingness to Learn
- Family Education
- Medical Terminology
- Heavy Lifting
- Calm Under Stress
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Attention to Detail
- Emotional Intelligence
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Upbeat and Positive Personality
- Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cashier
Tractor Supply
07.2021 - 10.2021
CNA
The Timbers Of Cass County
03.2012 - 05.2022
Certefication - Certefied Nurse Assistant
Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Hartford High School