Leticia Rodriguez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and hospital administrative functions. Strong patient care skills combined with excellent patient evaluation and advocacy. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care and patient education.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CHHA
Blessed Home Health
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and individualized care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for each patient.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient progress, ensuring optimal care outcomes.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, promoting proper health management.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical professionals promptly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering nurturing environment.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease prevention, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Continuously maintained up-to-date knowledge on medical practices through ongoing professional development programs, enhancing the quality of care provided to patients.
- Improved overall patient satisfaction by consistently providing attentive and respectful care services.
- Safely transported patients to medical appointments or community events as needed, facilitating socialization opportunities and timely access to healthcare services.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Assisted with mobility-related tasks such as transferring from bed to wheelchair, promoting independence and injury prevention.
- Conducted regular safety checks in patient homes, reducing potential hazards and ensuring a secure environment.
- Contributed to the overall success of the CHHA team by sharing best practices and strategies for improving patient care outcomes.
Nursing Assistant
Bakersfield Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in th medical software system
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
CNA/CHHA
Bristol Hospice
06.2013 - 12.2021
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Cna
Evergreen Rehabilitation Facility
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs OF 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities as needed.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Promoted infection control practices within facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted in emergency situations under direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing risk of injury for both parties.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
CNA
Health South Rehab
01.2006 - 09.2010
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in manner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Restorative Nurse Assistant
Cellan Education Resources
Bakersfield, CA03-2025
Lvn Pre Requareties - Nursing Education
Bakersfield Adult Schools
Bakersfield, CA01.2022
Certification - Introduction To Computers
Bakersfield Adult School
Bakersfield, CA04.2019
GED -
Bakersfield Adult Schools
Bakersfield, CA06.2017
Chha Certification - CHHA
Preferred College of Nursing
Bakersfield, CA01.2011
Certification - Neuro-Integrative Skills Training
Rehabilitation HospItal
Bakersfield, CA10.2007
Cna Certification - Nursing Assistance
Bakersfield Adult School
2727 F Street03.2003
Skills
- Medical office administration
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Transporting patients
- Responding to emergencies
- Feeding assistance expert
- Recording Vital Signs
- Documenting Behaviors
- Patient Care
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Bathing
- Compassionate caregiver
- Direct Patient Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Ambulation Assistance
- Diabetic Care
Timeline
CHHA
Blessed Home Health
10.2023 - 03.2025
Nursing Assistant
Bakersfield Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2021 - 09.2022
CNA/CHHA
Bristol Hospice
06.2013 - 12.2021
Cna
Evergreen Rehabilitation Facility
01.2012 - 01.2013
CNA
Health South Rehab
01.2006 - 09.2010
Restorative Nurse Assistant
Cellan Education Resources
Lvn Pre Requareties - Nursing Education
Bakersfield Adult Schools
Certification - Introduction To Computers
Bakersfield Adult School
GED -
Bakersfield Adult Schools
Chha Certification - CHHA
Preferred College of Nursing
Certification - Neuro-Integrative Skills Training
Rehabilitation HospItal
Cna Certification - Nursing Assistance
Bakersfield Adult School
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