Kimberly Garza
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant and receptionist with 15 years of experience providing high-quality care to patients. Dependable quick learner, team player with effective bilingual skills. Seeking a challenging and rewarding position where I can utilize my skills and knowledge to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Envision Home Health Care
12.2022 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Kidney failure and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
MA/Receptionist
Prism Health North Texas
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Created patient charts using appropriate documents.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Greeted incoming visitors professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Patient advocate, focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality and religious and cultural preferences.
- Assisted patient with Prescription assistance Program (PAP) and Ryan White applications.
Unit Technician
Parkland Hospital
10.2009 - 10.2019
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
- Assisted in breastfeeding.
Education
GED -
A
Arlington TX02-2008
Patient Care - CNA
PCI Health Training Center
Dallas, TX01-2009
Skills
- Vital signs and patient monitoring
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Privacy/ HIPPA Regulations
- Compassion and Empathy
- Basic Life Support
- Medication administration
- Electronic Medical Records
- Patient care and safety
- Conduct Intake and discharge patients
- Mobility Assistance
- Medical office administration
- Wound care specialist and specimen Collection
Certification
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Envision Home Health Care
12.2022 - Current
MA/Receptionist
Prism Health North Texas
10.2020 - 12.2022
Unit Technician
Parkland Hospital
10.2009 - 10.2019
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
02-2009
GED -
A
Patient Care - CNA
PCI Health Training Center
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