MARIA LUISA DIKIT
The Ellison John Transitional Care Center
8960 PATRICK AVE. ARLETA,CA
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Knowledgeable Certified Nursing Assistant with solid foundation in patient care and support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and enhance patient comfort. Demonstrated efficiency in managing patient records and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Work History
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
1 Year 11 Months- Monitored patients’ vital signs and reported abnormalities promptly to nursing staff, enhancing early detection of health issues
- Administered daily hygiene and mobility assistance to patients, enhancing comfort and reducing fall incidents
- Applied patient positioning techniques to prevent pressure ulcers, improving skin integrity among immobile residents
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
4 Years 5 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
10 Years 1 Month- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Information Sciences
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Assistant
Skills
Compassion and Empathy
Communication Skills
Time Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Patience and Resilience
Direct patient care
Certification
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
The Ellison John Transitional Care Center
09.2024 - 08.2026Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Antelope Valley Cancer Center
02.2020 - 07.2024Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Burlington Convalescent Hospital
12.2009 - 01.2020Read More
AMA Computer Learning Center
Associate of Science from Computer Information Sciences
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St. Jude Nursing School
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing Assistant
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