Maria Alegre
Plainview
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Technician with extensive experience at Covenant Hospital Plainview, skilled in physical assessments and patient safety. Proven ability to enhance patient dignity through effective personal care and empathetic communication. Developed a reputation for cleanliness, prompt care and good relationship with other staff , ensuring a secure environment for all patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Technician
Covenant Hospital Plainview
Plainview, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths, and performing dress changes for patients.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies, reducing patient injuries and increasing overall safety within the healthcare facility.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing detailed reports on patient status during change-of-shift handovers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Covenant Hospital Plainview
Plainview, TX
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Lab Assistant
Covenant Hospital Plainview
Plainview, TX
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed specimen sample handling and receiving
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Ensured accurate test results with proper use of lab equipment and adherence to protocols.
- Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Plainview Healthcare Center
Plainview, TX
04.2018 - 09.2021
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Covenant School of Nursing
Lubbock, TX03-2025
No Degree - Emergency Medical Services
South Plains College
Lubbock, TXHigh School Diploma -
Plainview High School
Plainview, TX05-2019
Skills
- Physical assessments under nurse supervision
- Documentation
- Dressing assistance
- Patient safety
- Position assistance
- Toileting assistance
Accomplishments
- Employee of the month for April 2024
- nominated for the Values in Action Award
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nurse Technician
Covenant Hospital Plainview
03.2024 - Current
Lab Assistant
Covenant Hospital Plainview
05.2022 - 03.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Covenant Hospital Plainview
03.2021 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Plainview Healthcare Center
04.2018 - 09.2021
Diploma - Nursing
Covenant School of Nursing
No Degree - Emergency Medical Services
South Plains College
High School Diploma -
Plainview High School
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