Linette Velez
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/HUC/Sitter
Advent Health Celebration
Celebration , FL
2012.11 - 2021.11
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in bed units by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Education
Nursing
Valencia College
Orlando, FLSkills
- Surgical Preparation
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Feeding Assistance
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Patient-Focused Care
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Health Unit Coordinator
Timeline
CNA/HUC/Sitter
Advent Health Celebration
2012.11 - 2021.11
Nursing
Valencia College
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Health Unit Coordinator
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