MARIA NUNEZ
CANOGA PARK,CA
Summary
Home health professional experienced in daily living activities and basic care. Brings skills in non-medical services, knowledge of patient needs and background maintaining high standards. Looking to put knowledge and abilities to good use in personal care position focused on achieving optimum patient outcomes. Experienced professional focused on meeting or exceeding objectives seeking Nursing Assistant position. Offers advanced training and knowledge of industry best practices. Recognized for leadership, planning abilities and clear, direct communication style.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified-nursing-assistant
Holiday Manor Care Center
Canoga Park, CA
07.2016 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Organized resources, records and personnel to accomplish aggressive targets
- Communicated with management to explain issues and formulate solutions
- Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity
COVID-19 Swabbing Nurse
Infiniti Health LLC
Van Nuys, CA
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Handled and stored samples for future lab transfer and diagnosis.
- Performed nasal swabs to extract specimens for COVID-19 testing.
- Adhered to appropriate standards, protocols and PPE requirements, lending resources to improve patient understanding.
- Administered procedural services to clients to assist intake and processing.
- Interviewed clients to document symptoms and potential exposure risk.
- Assessed patient vitals prior to procedure to ascertain state of health.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Nursing Assistant
Canyon Oaks Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Canoga Park, CA
03.2012 - 05.2016
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs
Nursing Assistant
Assistance Home Care / Hospice And Home Health
Thousand Oaks, CA
02.2005 - 01.2012
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs.
- Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms
Nursing Assistant
Valley Palms Care Center
Van Nuys, CA
03.2000 - 05.2006
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs.
- Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms
Education
General Education Course
Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CA01.2007
GED -
Pacoima Skills Center
Pacoima, CA03.2005
Skills
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Needs Determination
- Caregiver Relations
- Observation Documentation
- Emotional and Social Support
- Bedsore Prevention
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
Certification
CPR/BLS Certificate Fire Card, RNA Certificate Medical Assistant Certificate Medical Terminology Computer Technology Home Health Aide Certificate GED BI-lingual English Spanish
Languages
Spanish / English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
COVID-19 Swabbing Nurse
Infiniti Health LLC
03.2021 - 06.2022
Certified-nursing-assistant
Holiday Manor Care Center
07.2016 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Canyon Oaks Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
03.2012 - 05.2016
Nursing Assistant
Assistance Home Care / Hospice And Home Health
02.2005 - 01.2012
Nursing Assistant
Valley Palms Care Center
03.2000 - 05.2006
General Education Course
Los Angeles Valley College
GED -
Pacoima Skills Center
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