Maria RITA Padilla
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Yuma Regional Medical Center
Yuma, AZ
10.2002 - 04.2021
- Assisted in the admission and discharge process of patients.
- Conducted medical assessments and reported changes in health status to the nursing staff.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, such as temperature, pulse rate and respiration.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the healthcare team regarding patient needs and concerns.
- Observed, monitored, documented and reported any changes in patient conditions to the appropriate personnel immediately.
- Kept accurate records of patient's progress notes, treatments given and other pertinent information.
- Encouraged patient participation in activities designed for their individual needs.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating plans to succeeding shifts.
- Practiced universal safety precautions at all times while on duty.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted with providing physical therapy exercises prescribed by a licensed therapist.
- Administered medications under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with transferring patients from bed to wheelchair or gurney as necessary.
- Organized supplies for treatments and procedures according to established protocols.
- Participated in staff meetings related to patient care activities.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols..
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Provided post-anesthesia care to patients following surgical procedures, monitoring their condition and responding to any changes.
- Instructed family members on post-operative instructions prior to discharge from PACU.
- Educated staff members on basic nursing care principles related to recovery room activities.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to families during critical times in the recovery process.
- Participated in quality assurance programs aimed at improving overall patient satisfaction scores.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Completed direct patient care tests to determine current conditions, responses and needs.
- Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
- Helped patients regain independence with clear recovery goals and guidance.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions..
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ05-2012
Skills
*Care Plan Adherence *Nursing support *Advanced Directives *Patient evaluations *Quality Assurance *Mobility Assistance *Emotional Resilience *Patient support *Safety Management *Vital signs monitoring *Resident care standards *Regulatory Compliance *Basic Life Support *Patient Care*Patient Relations *Patient Observation *Universal Precautions *Caregiver Relations *Care Monitoring *CNA Certification *Patient Assessments *Health Education*CPR Certification *Injury Prevention *HIPAA Compliance *Medical Terminology*Clinical Documentation *Patient Care Quality *Reliability *Teamwork and Collaboration *Emotional Support *Professionalism *Problem-Solving *Outpatient Care*Case Management *Phlebotomy Training *Emotional and Social Support *Organizational Skills *Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- Arizona State Board Licensed Nurse Assistant, Certified Nurse Assistant
- Basic Life Support, CPR- American Heart Association
- State of Arizona Dept of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card #2024P13363
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Yuma Regional Medical Center
10.2002 - 04.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Arizona Western College