Open To Work
Kelsang Choden
El Cerrito,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Committed healthcare professional with over seven months of experience in Chaparral House skilled Nursing Facility. Adept at delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, administering medications, and collaborating with multidisciplinary tea to ensure safety and comfort in a fast-placed skilled nursing environmen. Recognized for strong clinical documentation skill, strict adherence to health protocol, and a compassionate approach to enhancing resident well-being.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Belmont Village Senior Living
Albany, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Supported nursing staff in monitoring residents' health and safety.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident needs and concerns.
- Responded promptly to resident requests and emergencies as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance resident care strategies.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in accordance with health standards.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote well-being and companionship.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Registered Nurse
North Bengal medical college and hospital, india
Siliguri, West bengal
02.2020 - 10.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Performed routine assessments and vital sign checks for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during treatments.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patient care activities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Skills
- comprehensive health assessment
- Vital Signs Evaluation
- Change of condition monitoring
- Medication Administration
- IV infusion Therapy
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Electronic Medical Records
- Strict Infection Prevention
- Catheter Care
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Care plan execution
- Task Prioritization
- Active Listening
- Patient and Family Education
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical Decision Making
- Patient Advocacy
- Empathy Dignity Maintenance
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Caregiver
Belmont Village Senior Living
10.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
North Bengal medical college and hospital, india
02.2020 - 10.2024