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Overview
Work History
Education
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Mariela Delgado

Hays ,ks

Summary

Compassionate and adaptable CNA with extensive experience at Graceteam, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive support and effective communication. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and deliver individualized care, ensuring a dignified experience for all patients. Reliable team player committed to promoting health and well-being.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Agency CNA

Graceteam
10.2024 - Current
  • Assist 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Agency CNA

TLC Advanced Nursing
04.2020 - 09.2024
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
04.2020 - 12.2022
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.

CNA

Prairie Senior
07.2019 - 04.2020
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

CNA

Fort Dodge Kansas Soldiers Home
05.2017 - 07.2019
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Provides physical support to assist residents in performing daily living activities, including rising out of bed, bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, walking.
  • Vital support to both patients and nurses. From transporting, bathing, and feeding hospital patients to stocking medical supplies and logging patient information.

Education

Pre Nursing - Nursing

Colby Community College
Colby, KS

Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing

Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS
05.2017

Diploma - Science

Dodge City High School
Dodge City, KS
05.2015

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Attention to detail
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient transfers
  • Clinical documentation
  • Health monitoring
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Reliable team player
  • Bedside manner
  • Compassionate
  • Patient-focused care
  • Adaptable

Timeline

Agency CNA

Graceteam
10.2024 - Current

Agency CNA

TLC Advanced Nursing
04.2020 - 09.2024

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
04.2020 - 12.2022

CNA

Prairie Senior
07.2019 - 04.2020

CNA

Fort Dodge Kansas Soldiers Home
05.2017 - 07.2019

Pre Nursing - Nursing

Colby Community College

Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing

Dodge City Community College

Diploma - Science

Dodge City High School

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