Maria Savage
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented CNA with experience at San Marcos Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support, ensuring a dignified and safe environment for all residents. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and delivering high-quality care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
San Marcos Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient areas to promote hygiene.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported rehabilitation exercises under supervision of nursing staff, enhancing patient mobility.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving techniques and enhance service quality.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Warehouse Worker
ABM Industries
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse.
- Assisted in receiving shipments, verifying items against purchase orders for accuracy.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to ensure safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize picking and packing processes.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
Electronic Sales Associate
Walmart
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of electronics products, features, and benefits to drive sales.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of popular electronics items.
- Operated point-of-sale systems efficiently, processing transactions accurately and swiftly.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, fostering positive relationships and loyalty.
- Educated customers on product usage and maintenance for improved satisfaction and retention.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor, ensuring an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
Team Member
Jack in the Box
San Marcos, TX
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Assisted in food preparation and assembly for customer orders.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of serving area to ensure efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to meet high-volume service demands.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities during peak hours of operation.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Team Member
Chicken Express
San Marcos, TX
03.2015 - 08.2016
- Assisted in food preparation and assembly for customer orders.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of serving area to ensure efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to meet high-volume service demands.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities during peak hours of operation.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Education
GED
San Marcos Library
San Marcos, TXSkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfers
- Compassionate communication
- Emotional support
- Complex Problem-solving
- Clinical documentation
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
Timeline
CNA
San Marcos Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
10.2021 - Current
Warehouse Worker
ABM Industries
02.2020 - 10.2021
Electronic Sales Associate
Walmart
02.2018 - 12.2019
Team Member
Jack in the Box
04.2016 - 12.2017
Team Member
Chicken Express
03.2015 - 08.2016
GED
San Marcos Library