Krissty Lema-Zaruma
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Healthcare professional committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Excelled in maintaining confidentiality and infection control. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Stonebridge Nursing Home
08.2021 - Current
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Sales Associate
Carters Inc
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
Dishwasher /Food Prep Cooking Assistant
Country Club Of New Canaan
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
- Supported kitchen staff by preparing work areas before rush hours, streamlining cooking and serving process.
- Assisted in food storage organization, labeling and dating food items for easy retrieval and rotation.
- Contributed to team effort, assisting with food prep tasks during off-peak hours to support kitchen staff.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Completed prep work ahead of schedule during busy shifts to help reduce wait times for customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Danbury High School
Danbury, CT06.2023
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Recording vital signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Safety Precautions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Collecting vital signs
- End of life care
- Electronic Charting
- Infection Control
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Specimen handling
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) - National Healthcareer Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
Carters Inc
06.2022 - 10.2022
CNA
Stonebridge Nursing Home
08.2021 - Current
Dishwasher /Food Prep Cooking Assistant
Country Club Of New Canaan
06.2020 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Danbury High School
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