Leslie Esquivel
Palatine,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Des Plaines, IL
02.2019 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant
Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Des Plaines, IL
02.2021 - Current
- Performed range of motion exercises and monitored patient's response to treatments.
- Assisted with positioning patients for comfort, safety and proper body alignment.
- Provided personal care assistance such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Repositioned patients in bed following established procedures.
- Helped residents with activities of daily living including ambulation and transfers.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the nurse immediately.
- Assisted in providing restorative nursing care per physician orders.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis, according to protocol.
- Observed skin integrity and reported any abnormal findings to the nurse promptly.
- Provided emotional support to all patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments and other documentation related to patient care services provided.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices by adhering to universal precautions guidelines when necessary.
- Participated in development and implementation of individualized plans of care for each resident assigned under direction of a registered nurse or licensed physical therapist assistant.
- Instructed family members on how to provide basic care when appropriate.
- Assisted with feeding techniques that promote independence in eating skills.
- Ensured that all equipment used is properly maintained and functioning correctly.
- Followed safety protocols for handling hazardous materials such as sharps disposal containers.
- Aided residents with mobility issues using appropriate devices such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes.
- Encouraged socialization among residents through group activities or one-on-one interactions.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties within the facility such as changing linens or tidying up common areas.
- Monitored patients for presence of pressure areas, skin tears and skin breakdown to prevent bedsores.
- Applied braces, splints, bandages and prosthetic appliances.
- Transported patients to and from appointments and social activities.
- Recorded patient health information in electronic medical records.
- Supported patients with feeding to maintain nourishment.
- Aided with care planning and transition from skilled rehabilitation services to restorative care.
- Lifted, turned, positioned and transported patients to and from beds, chairs, baths and toilets.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Answered [Number] calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
- Presented clean and sanitized vehicle to customers for utmost satisfaction.
Wound Care Technician
Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Des Plaines, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of wound care supplies for treatments.
- Performed dressing changes on patients with acute and chronic wounds.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments used in wound care treatments.
- Assessed wound healing progress, taking photographs as needed for documentation purposes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient's wound care treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries.
- Instructed staff members on proper techniques for providing wound care services.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes related to wound management.
- Monitored vital signs before and after treatment sessions.
- Applied moist dressings, topical ointments, gels, creams, pastes or foams to affected areas of skin and wound sites according to established protocols.
- Administered compression bandages or wraps when necessary to promote healing of venous ulcers or edema management.
- Documented all treatments provided in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Observed infection control measures while performing duties associated with wound care treatments.
- Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to appropriately use breathing machines at home to obtain necessary symptom relieve.
Education
Lpn - Nursing Practice
Northshore College
Des Plaines, IL10-2024
Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing
Career Options Inc
Des Plaines, IL10-2022
Restorative Nursing Assistant Program - Nursing Assistant
Jethro Healthcare School And Placement Services
Des Plaines, IL05-2020
High School Diploma -
Palatine High School
Palatine, IL05-2020
Skills
- Wound Dressing Techniques
- Nutritional Support
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Compassionate Communication
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Bedside Manner
- Quality Improvement
- Punctual and Dependable
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Strong Work Ethic
- Compassion and Empathy
- First Aid Training
Timeline
Wound Care Technician
Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
01.2023 - Current
Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant
Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
02.2021 - Current
CNA
Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
02.2019 - Current
Lpn - Nursing Practice
Northshore College
Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing
Career Options Inc
Restorative Nursing Assistant Program - Nursing Assistant
Jethro Healthcare School And Placement Services
High School Diploma -
Palatine High School
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