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Marysol lara

Marysol lara

Troutdale,OR

Summary

Seasoned certified nursing assistant bringing 9 years of experience in many hospital settings. Efficiently assess patient conditions with variety of minimally invasive tests and procedures. Organized multitasker well-versed in documenting findings and maintaining good records.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Cardiac Monitor

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
Gresham, OR
03.2020 - Current
  • Operated telemetry systems to monitor patient's heart rate and rhythm remotely.
  • Monitored patients on telemetry by computer or transtelephonically.
  • Identified potential issues with the patient's ECG tracing before they become critical situations.
  • Cleaned and maintained heart monitors and EKG machine to remove dirt from electrodes for accurate measurements.
  • Compared posted strips to previous strips to notify nursing staff of drastic changes.
  • Responded quickly to any alarms generated from the monitors in order to assess potential problems.
  • Analyzed trends in patient's vitals over time in order to detect any abnormalities early on.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, physicians, or technicians to provide optimal care for patients.
  • Interpreted complex waveforms associated with different types of arrhythmias accurately.
  • Updated patients' records with readings taken from heart monitors or EKGs.
  • Discharged patients from system by creating discharge letters and reports for physicians and office staff.
  • Conducted regular maintenance on all cardiac monitoring devices according to manufacturers' instructions.
  • Reviewed patient information to determine normal and abnormal heart patterns.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
  • Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
  • Adjusted settings or positions of medical equipment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
Gresham, OR
11.2005 - Current
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Assistant

William Workman High School
City Of Industry, CA

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Effective Communication
  • Documentation
  • Multitasking
  • Decision-Making
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Professionalism
  • Time Management Abilities
  • ECG Rhythm Interpretation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Building
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving Abilities

Timeline

Certified Cardiac Monitor

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
03.2020 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
11.2005 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Assistant

William Workman High School

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