Luz Plascencia
Longmont,CO
Summary
Hello, my name is Luz but I go by Lucy. I have been a CNA since 2007 and fell in love with the job the moment I took clinicals and have now made it into a career. I have been licensed in 3 different states, Colorado being the first one. Idaho and Florida were the others. I have recently moved back home to Colorado and now have a beautiful little toddler named Dezmond and I am eager to work so I can provide for him and continue helping others. My CNA license I have right now is active in the state of Florida. I just applied to have my license reinstated 04/11/2022 here in Colorado. I'm hoping it will not take any longer than the estimated 4 weeks but really hoping for less. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/PCT
HCA Fort Pierce Lawnwood Hospital
Fort Pierce , Florida
2020.01 - 2022.04
- Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering cream treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Checked patient vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugars.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 20-26 bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genisis Health Care
Twin Falls , ID
2015.07 - 2018.12
- Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering cream treatments and evaluating patient needs
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Employed mobility devices and [Type] equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding all patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Cared for average of 6-8 patients per hour in rehab and long term facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
Certified Nurse Assistant
Life Care Center Of Longmont
Longmont , CO
2012.11 - 2015.04
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination
- 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 to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes
- Employed mobility devices and used sit to stand lift and hoyer equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding all patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
- Cared for average of 8 patients per hour in rehab facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering cream and powder treatments and evaluating patient needs
Education
High School Diploma -
Weld County High School
Longmont05.2006
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Conducting intakes
- Measuring bodily fluids
- Supporting personal needs
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Inpatient care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Companionship and emotional support
- Recording vital signs
- Observing responses
- Patient privacy
- Direct patient care
- Transporting patients
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Adaptable
- BLS/CPR/First Aid certified
- Trustworthy companion
- Regulatory compliance
- Compassionate
- Compassionate caregiver
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Orthopedic certified
Timeline
CNA/PCT
HCA Fort Pierce Lawnwood Hospital
2020.01 - 2022.04
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genisis Health Care
2015.07 - 2018.12
Certified Nurse Assistant
Life Care Center Of Longmont
2012.11 - 2015.04
High School Diploma -
Weld County High School
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