Nastasia Tineo
Patterson,NY
Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at North Westchester Restorative Therapy & Nursing Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective collaboration and emotional support, ensuring dignity and comfort for residents. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance while delivering high-quality, individualized care.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Diligent Nurse Assistant with background in providing compassionate patient care and assistance with daily activities. Successfully supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare services. Demonstrated exceptional communication and patient management skills, ensuring comfort and well-being.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA, Float Pool Per Dem
North Westchester Restorative Therapy & Nursing Center
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to provide accurate patient assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall hygiene standards within the facility.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient progress and care needs.
- Conducted routine inventory checks of medical supplies, ensuring availability for optimal care delivery.
- Advocated for patient rights and dignity, fostering a supportive environment for recovery and rehabilitation.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of 8+ residents under long-term care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
PCT
Nuvance Hospital
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- EKG
- Bladder scanning
- Vital Sign
- Telemetry Skills
- Finger Stick
- Guaiac testing
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Safety precaution
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
CNA /Companion Caregiver On Call
Right at Home Care
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Delivered compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and documentation, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, improving patient safety.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering informed decision-making.
- Trained new CNAs on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Led initiatives to improve patient mobility and engagement, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
Front Desk Receptionist/ Nurse Assistant
Mark Home Care Agency
03.2014 - 01.2023
- Managed multi-line phone system, efficiently directing calls to appropriate departments.
- Coordinated scheduling for appointments and meetings, optimizing office calendar usage.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of visitor logs and confidential documents for security compliance.
- Implemented inventory management system for office supplies, reducing waste and costs.
- Developed communication protocols that improved interdepartmental collaboration and information flow.
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Trained new staff on front desk procedures and best practices, enhancing team performance.
- Streamlined check-in process for guests, improving overall efficiency and satisfaction rates.
- Mentored junior staff, promoting skill development and adherence to best practices in patient assistance.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Recognized potential emergencies quickly, implementing appropriate interventions under the guidance of supervising nurses or physicians while awaiting further assistance from emergency response services if needed.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering positive relationships.
Nurse Assistant
MZL Home Agency / King Adult Care Center
07.2012 - 10.2019
- Assisted in daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during activities of daily living.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate care environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient assistance and safety protocols.
- Led initiatives to improve workflow efficiency within the nursing unit, enhancing overall patient care quality.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout course treatment process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
- Ensured continuity of care through effective handover communication between shifts, detailing critical information about each patient''s current status, recent changes in condition or treatment plans that may require special attention from incoming staff members taking over responsibility for their care upon arrival at work each day.
- Improved patient care by assisting nurses with daily tasks and providing compassionate support to patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during times of stress or illness, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of potential health issues, enabling timely intervention from medical staff.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Assisted in wound care management, following established procedures to minimize risk of infection and promote proper healing.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in nursing assistance practices.
- Contributed to infection control efforts through strict adherence to hygiene protocols and diligent cleaning practices.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by promptly reporting any concerns or hazards observed during daily duties.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by ensuring a comfortable environment during their stay in the healthcare facility.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Educated patients on proper post-discharge care instructions, promoting long-term health outcomes.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA/Front Office Assistant
Extra Care Home Agency
10.2009 - 07.2012
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Implemented care plans, collaborating with healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices and resources available.
- Trained new staff on care procedures and agency protocols to ensure compliance.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities and observations in records.
- Enhanced patient mobility through physical assistance and therapeutic exercises.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced service delivery standards.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- 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.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Marcus Garvey High
Jamaica06-2006
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- EKG
- Bladder Scanning
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emotional support
- Patient transfers
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- State CNA Connecticut and New York State - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS
- Phlebotomy
Languages
English
Full Professional
Dementia Training At Bethel Health Care Center
My dementia training has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to provide compassionate, person-centered care for individuals living with dementia. I have learned effective communication techniques, strategies for managing behavioral changes, and ways to create safe, supportive environments. This training has deepened my understanding of dementia’s impact on cognitive and emotional well-being, enabling me to offer empathetic and tailored support to enhance the quality of life for those affected.
Timeline
CNA, Float Pool Per Dem
North Westchester Restorative Therapy & Nursing Center
04.2025 - Current
PCT
Nuvance Hospital
09.2024 - 03.2025
CNA /Companion Caregiver On Call
Right at Home Care
08.2023 - 10.2024
Front Desk Receptionist/ Nurse Assistant
Mark Home Care Agency
03.2014 - 01.2023
Nurse Assistant
MZL Home Agency / King Adult Care Center
07.2012 - 10.2019
CNA/Front Office Assistant
Extra Care Home Agency
10.2009 - 07.2012
Marcus Garvey High
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