Dedicated CNA with proven expertise in patient care and vital signs monitoring, honed at Sutter Amador Hospital and Kit Carson Nursing & Rehab. Excels in time management and compassion, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in patient transfers and empathetic support, consistently delivering personalized care and achieving nutritional and rehabilitation goals.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/Critical Care Unit Secretary
Sutter Amador Hospital
11.1999 - Current
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.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
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.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA
Kit Carson Nursing & Rehab
09.1989 - 02.2000
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.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.