Michelle Reyes
Perris,CA
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and HIPAA compliance, honed at The Springs Health and Rehabilitation Center. Excelled in enhancing patient safety and comfort, significantly reducing fall incidents, and fostering positive relationships through empathetic communication. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient positioning, demonstrating a reliable team player attitude and a commitment to high-quality care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Springs Health and Rehabilitation Center
Murrieta, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Cashier
El Pollo Loco
Perris, CA
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Riverside City College
Riverside, CACertified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Summit College
San Bernardino, CA03.2023
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic charting
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
- Urinary catheter care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Springs Health and Rehabilitation Center
07.2023 - Current
Cashier
El Pollo Loco
01.2021 - 02.2023
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Riverside City College
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Summit College