Marina Lowe
Medford,OR
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care. These are a few of the skills I have obtained over the years in Healthcare that I know I can utilize in other careers as well.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNA
Hearthstone
Medford, OR
01.2026 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Med tech/caregiver/housekeeping/activities
Bartlett House
Medford, Oregon
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance overall quality of life.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to ensure prompt medical attention and care adjustments.
- Cleaned and maintained living areas to meet health and safety standards, contributing to a hygienic environment.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to encourage social interaction and improve residents' mental well-being.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Administered medications under physician direction following standard operating procedures.
- Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies.
CNA
Three Rivers Hospital
Grants Pass, Oregon
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Education
Rogue River High
Rogue River, ORSkills
- Reliable
- Positive attitude
- Patient care
- Vital sign assessment
- Medication administration
- EHR documentation
- CNA license current
- CPR license current
- Basic computer skills
- Infection control
- HIPAA compliance
- Emotional support
- Emergency response
- Client communication
- Health monitoring
- Body mechanics
- Transfer assistance
- Charting accuracy
- Quality assurance
- Safety protocols
- Patient education
- Recreational activities
- Confidentiality practices
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Critical thinking
- Vital signs monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Complex Problem-solving
- Compassionate communication
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Patient advocacy
- Active listening
- Mobility assistance
- Safety precautions
- Blood glucose testing
Timeline
CNA
Hearthstone
01.2026 - Current
Med tech/caregiver/housekeeping/activities
Bartlett House
05.2025 - 12.2025
CNA
Three Rivers Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2025
Rogue River High