Experienced Nursing Assistant with experience at CHRISTUS Health of Southern New Mexico, skilled in direct patient care and vital sign monitoring. Proactively enhanced patient safety and care continuity through meticulous documentation and effective interdisciplinary communication, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and training new staff on best practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Christus Health of Southern New Mexico
07.2018 - Current
Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, adhering to infection control protocols.
Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to support care continuity.
Trained new nursing assistants on best practices and operational procedures to ensure high-quality care.
Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.