Maria Calzada
North Providence,RI
Summary
Compassionate CNA skilled in comprehensive patient management, vital signs monitoring, and emotional support. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and safety through effective care strategies and crisis management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
CNA
Life Time Medical
Pawtucket, RI
03.2020 - 02.2025
- Assessed patient needs and implemented care strategies to enhance comfort and safety throughout daily routines.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, promoting timely interventions.
- Ensured detailed patient records and documentation met all regulatory compliance standards.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs to enhance staff proficiency in patient care and safety standards.
- Guided patients through essential daily activities, promoting a sense of independence and maintaining personal dignity.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards while providing timely and effective updates to team members on critical matters.
- Executed patient transfer procedures using appropriate body mechanics and equipment, prioritizing safety and injury prevention for all involved.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored patient conditions and applied proper wound care practices to mitigate the risk of bedsores.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Education
Certify Nursing Assistant
Community College of Rhode Island
Lincoln, RI08-2025
Skills
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Comprehensive patient management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Empathetic understanding
- Support for bathing needs
- Meal assistance
- Basic emergency life support
- Personal styling support
- Understanding interactions
- Efficient patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Complex Problem-solving
- Crisis management
- Multitasking and organization
- Analytical reasoning
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Basic Lifet Training -
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Professional Working
Timeline
CNA
Life Time Medical
03.2020 - 02.2025
Certify Nursing Assistant
Community College of Rhode Island