Minerva Dela Cruz
Ilima at Leihano Assisted Living
Kapolei,HAWAII
Summary
Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to residents in assisted living facilities. Utilizes excellent communication skills to ensure residents' needs are understood and met. Knowledge of personal care, daily activity assistance, and creating safe and nurturing environment.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Work History
Resident Aide
6 Years 6 Months- Assist residents with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Monitor vital signs and report changes in resident conditions to nursing staff.
- Document resident care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall resident well-being and satisfaction.
- Participate in training sessions to improve caregiving skills and stay updated on best practices.
- Assisted nurses with daily tasks, improving overall efficiency of the healthcare team.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and positioning.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and maintaining open lines of communication among team members.
- Delivered high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, toileting assistance, helping maintain patient dignity while promoting independence whenever possible.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Improved overall quality of life for long-term care residents through consistent engagement in stimulating activities tailored according to individual preferences.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Expedited response time during emergency situations through seamless cooperation alongside nursing staff and adherence to established protocols.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Supported patients'' nutritional needs by assisting with meal planning, preparation, and feeding as necessary.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Assisted living experience
Elderly care
Compassionate caregiving
Clinical documentation
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Resident Aide
Ilima at Leihano Assisted Living
2020.02 - 2026Read More
University of Northern Philippines
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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