Lauren Peña
Alvin
Summary
I am seeking a position in a healthcare setting as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where I can utilize my recent high school graduation, coupled with my compassionate nature and current licensure, to provide exemplary patient care and contribute positively to the well-being of individuals in need
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Laurel Court Nursing And Rehab Center
Alvin
10.2024 - Current
- Organized community events to promote local engagement and awareness.
- Assisted in coordinating volunteer schedules and activities for various projects.
- Developed educational materials for workshops and training sessions.
- Communicated with stakeholders to ensure project alignment and support.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance program effectiveness and reach.
- Assisted residents with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in medical records.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents and families.
- Educated residents on health management and wellness practices.
- Participated in training new staff on care procedures and protocols.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
CNA
Tuscany Village Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in medical records.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents and families.
- Educated residents on health management and wellness practices.
- Participated in training new staff on care procedures and protocols.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alvin High School
Alvin, Texas, USA 03.2020 - 03.2026
Skills
- Patient care techniques
- Vital signs monitoring
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Mobility support
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Task prioritization
- Medical terminology
- Healthcare protocols and procedures
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Educational material development
- Emotional support
- Health management education
- Infection control practices
- Time management
- Customer service
- Multitasking and organization
- Compassionate communication
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Cultural sensitivity
- Health monitoring
- Lifting and transferring
- Problem-solving
- Patient transfers
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Medication assistance
- Wound care
- Dressing assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Responding to emergencies
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Indirect patient care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Pediatric care
- Monitoring fluids
- Patient management
- Respiratory equipment training
- Meal planning
- Family support and assistance
- Collecting vital signs
- Inpatient care
- Feeding assistance expert
- Quality assurance
- Direct patient care
- Safety precautions
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), TX HHSC, 04/2024
References
Tanya Hardin, B.S.N., R.N, CNA Program Director, thardin@alvinisd.net, 281-245-3440
Extracurricular And Volunteer Activities
- Volunteer at Loyal Court, 10/2024
- Volunteer at Nurse Assistant Tuscany Village, 10/2023
- HOSA, 2023-2024
Timeline
CNA
Laurel Court Nursing And Rehab Center
10.2024 - Current
CNA
Tuscany Village Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Alvin High School
03.2020 - 03.2026