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JOAN SAN JOSE

Suisun,CA

Summary

Reliable nurse assistant, compassionate and technically skilled in attending patients needs in diverse healthcare settings. Can be able to work in a skilled nursing unit and COVID-19 unit.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Medely Digital Staffing
02.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • 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.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Bay Area Registry
Vallejo, CA
11.2021 - Current
  • Assisted patients during meal times, ensuring they received proper nutrition according to specific dietary requirements.
  • Maintained accurate records of vital signs, fluid intake, and output for effective patient monitoring.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing daily assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Improved patient comfort by repositioning and transferring them on a regular basis.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

ABBA In-Home Care Services
American Canyon, CA
12.2019 - Current
  • Ensuring clients quality health service and assistance in the comfort of their own home
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
  • Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Maxim Health Services
Solano County
09.2020 - 12.2021

Deployed as County schools COVID19 tester

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

(Tiburon Hills) formerly Marin Convalescent and Rehabilitation Hospital
Tiburon, CA
12.2019 - 09.2021
  • Provide professional care in a skilled nursing unit
  • Worked in COVID-19 unit with COVID-19 positive residents

Resident Care Assistant and Medication Technician

Nazareth Rose Garden of Napa
Napa, CA
12.2018 - 03.2020
  • Provide good assistance in assisted living facility
  • Ensuring medication was given on time and to the right resident
  • Delivered exceptional care to residents with diverse needs, ranging from dementia and Alzheimer''s patients to those requiring physical rehabilitation support.
  • Increased resident independence by aiding with mobility exercises and daily activities.
  • Provided emotional support for residents during difficult transitions or personal challenges, enhancing overall mental wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, organized living space for each resident, fostering a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.
  • Trained new Resident Care Assistants in best practices and facility protocols, promoting teamwork and continuity of care across staff members.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted a safe living environment by promptly addressing potential hazards and reporting concerns to supervisors.
  • Received recognition from supervisors for consistently delivering high-quality care under challenging circumstances.
  • Assisted residents in managing medications, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to schedules.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, quickly identifying any changes requiring medical intervention or adjustments to care plans.
  • Contributed to efficient facility operations by maintaining accurate records of resident information and care provided.
  • Improved residents'' well-being through consistent monitoring and timely assistance with personal hygiene tasks.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding resident rights, confidentiality requirements, and facility policiesprocedures.
  • Contributed to the development of individualized care plans, ensuring accurate documentation of each resident''s needs.
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
  • Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
  • Expedited the medication pass process without compromising accuracy through effective time management techniques.
  • Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
  • Reduced medication errors by implementing a double-check system before administering medications to patients.
  • Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
  • Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
  • Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
  • Improved medication administration accuracy by meticulously following physician orders and verifying patient information.
  • Supported patients'' adherence to treatment plans by providing clear instructions, answering questions, and addressing concerns.
  • Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
  • Assisted in training new Medication Technicians on best practices and company policies, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Education

NURSING SCHOOL - Nursing Assistant

Vallejo Nursing School
Vallejo, CA
07.2019

HIGH SCHOOL -

Calumpit Institute
Calumpit, Bulacan, Philippines
03.2002

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Transfer Techniques
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Compassionate Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Electronic Charting
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Recording vital signs
  • Transporting patients
  • Patient-focused care
  • Dressing assistance
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Reliable team player
  • Geriatric Care
  • Bedside manner
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Adaptable
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Outpatient Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Safety Precautions
  • Inpatient Care
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Valid State driver's license
  • End of life care
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Condition Monitoring
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Observing responses
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Patient Lifting
  • Time Management
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Patient Observation
  • Infection Control
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • CPR Certification
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Reliable transportation
  • Conducting intakes
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Shared governance
  • Patient Positioning
  • Bedsore Prevention

Certification

  • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • First Aide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation AED (First Aide CPR AED)

Timeline

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Medely Digital Staffing
02.2022 - Current

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Bay Area Registry
11.2021 - Current

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Maxim Health Services
09.2020 - 12.2021

Home Health Aide (HHA)

ABBA In-Home Care Services
12.2019 - Current

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

(Tiburon Hills) formerly Marin Convalescent and Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2019 - 09.2021

Resident Care Assistant and Medication Technician

Nazareth Rose Garden of Napa
12.2018 - 03.2020

NURSING SCHOOL - Nursing Assistant

Vallejo Nursing School

HIGH SCHOOL -

Calumpit Institute
JOAN SAN JOSE