Summary

Overview

Work History

Education

Skills

Affiliations

Accomplishments

Certification

Languages

LUDWINA TREVINO/ MERX

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Ludwina Trevino/ Merx

Nursing/ Med badge holder

Lakewood,CO

Summary

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at the University of Colorado Denver, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to respond effectively in emergencies and build strong patient relationships. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and safety while maintaining accurate medical documentation and adhering to healthcare ethics.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

MED BADGE LIC#M170744

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

University of Colorado Denver

Denver

09.1998 - 03.2013

Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.

Rehabilitation Assistant

Brentwood Care center

Denver

02.1995 - 10.1997

Monitored patient response to treatments and therapies and reported changes in condition promptly to physicians or other medical personnel.
Performed physical therapy exercises with patients to improve mobility, strength, coordination, and balance.
Instructed patients on how to perform activities of daily living.
Provided rehabilitative services to patients with physical and mental disabilities.
Ensured compliance with relevant regulations pertaining to safety standards or documentation requirements.
Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times or difficult procedures.
Assisted in the development of individual treatment goals for each patient.
Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
Demonstrated proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, braces, orthotics and prosthetics.
Attended meetings related to patient care management or quality assurance initiatives.
Facilitated group sessions designed to promote peer support among individuals receiving rehabilitative services.
Encouraged positive behaviors through reinforcement techniques such as verbal praise or tangible rewards.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including social workers, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists regarding client care.
Maintained accurate records of treatments provided and patient progress notes.
Organized rehabilitation programs, monitored progress, and adjusted plans as necessary.
Assessed patient needs and developed appropriate treatment plans.
Guided patients in passive ROM exercises and instructed movements to assist therapist.
Assisted with gait training and supported patient safety in cases of total loss of balance.
Educated on-site clients in therapeutic exercise equipment use and operation.
Assisted patients with prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Applied hot and cold packs according to therapist directions.
Verified documentation compliance in accordance with established best practices.
Documented patient progress, treatments, and data in charts.
Aided head physical therapist in creating treatment plans for each patient.
Documented pain level and injury progress in patients and communicated information to head physical therapist.
Answered questions from patients about proper form when performing exercise routines at home.
Recorded body measurements and fit patients for braces, slings and crutches.
Noted physical and emotional changes in patients and detailed in medical records.
Instructed patients on how to use, remove and put on external assistive devices.
Communicated with other physical therapy staff to discuss patient progress and potentially modify treatment.
Assisted patients with removing clothing and supportive devices before appointments.

Education

First Aide And CPR - CPR

State of Colorado

Lakewood, CO

12-2024

Certified Nurse Aide -

State of Colorado

Denver, CO

02-2023

GED -

Colorado Department Of Education

Jefferson County

03-1984

Skills

Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Rehabilitation techniques
Emergency response
Team collaboration
Medical documentation
Dementia and Alzheimer's care
Healthcare ethics
Treatment planning
Assistive device usage
HIPAA compliance
Collecting specimens
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Quick problem solver
Catheter change and preparation
Patient relationship building
Reliable team player
Ambulation assistance
Respiratory equipment training
Compassionate
Observing responses

Positioning patients
Colostomy care
Electronic charting
Documenting behaviors
Blood glucose testing
Vital sign recording
Urinary catheter care
Indirect patient care
Intake recording
Range of motion exercises
Restraint application
Patient lifting
IV maintenance
Infection control procedures
Transporting patients
Complex Problem-solving
End-of-life care
Bedside manner
Trustworthy companion
Safety precautions
Medical terminology

Affiliations

Exercising, Strengh training, Gardening, Daily walks, Reading

Accomplishments

Letter of Appreciation; May 21,2012. Transplant unite, Ludwina positive mental attitude and natural exuberance were significant factors in the patient stay in the hospital.

Certification

State of Colorado Certified Nurse Aide: NA00163220 MED Badge: LICENCE# M170744

Languages

English

Professional