Maria Coreano
Mascotte,FL
Summary
Proven CNA with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction at Orlando Health Central Hospital, adept in vital signs monitoring and demonstrating unparalleled compassion. Leveraged expertise in infection control and patient safety management, significantly improving care standards. Certified in CPR/AED, my dedication to patient care and safety protocols stands out, ensuring high-quality service in fast-paced environments. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. 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. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Winter Garden Health and Rehab
04.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Nursing Assistant
Orlando Health Central Hospital
04.2010 - 05.2015
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Assistance
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC05.1975
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Dressing assistance
- Patient Transfers
- Recording vital signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- HIPAA Compliance
- End of life care
- Patient Assessments
- Specimen Collection
- CNA Certification
- CPR Certification
- Vital signs
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Catheter Care
- Patient Positioning
- Infection Control
- Medical Terminology
- Bedsore Prevention
- Patient Safety Management
- Behavior redirection
- First Aid Certification
- Client documentation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Meal Planning
- Valid [State] driver's license
- Light Housekeeping
- Responding to emergencies
- Supporting personal needs
- Mobility Assistance
- Geriatric Care
- Safety Precautions
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Winter Garden Health and Rehab
04.2019 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Orlando Health Central Hospital
04.2010 - 05.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing Assistance
Lenoir Community College
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