Melissa Quintero
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dependable and enthusiastic nursing assistant of 2 years with excellent organizational skills looking to obtain a position as a certified nursing assistant where is committed to continual improvement and flexibility in meeting revised priorities will support team goals and maintain continuity of the organization brand. History of working in both sub acute and skilled nursing facilities. Trained on working with patients with G tubes and respiratory ventilators.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Hills Post Acute
03.2022 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brighton Place San Diego
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA05.2026
High School Diploma -
Santana High School
Santee, CA06.2019
Skills
- Conducting Intakes
- Care Plan Implementation
- Patient Relations
- Quality Assurance
- Transporting Patients
- Patient Lifting
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Documenting Behaviors
- Electronic Charting
- Recording Vital Signs
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- RNA - Restorative Nurse Assistant
- BLS- American Heart Association
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brighton Place San Diego
09.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Hills Post Acute
03.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
San Diego City College
High School Diploma -
Santana High School
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