Nilca Carrasquillo
Hazle Township,PA
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with a proven track record in patient care, emotional support, and interdisciplinary communication. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and safety through attentive monitoring and relationship building.
Dedicated Nursing Assistant with over 10 years of experience in direct patient care. Known for strong attention to detail and calmness under stress, effectively collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and emotional well-being.
Healthcare professional with strong foundation in patient care and medical support. Adept at handling patient needs, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring clean and safe environment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to achieving positive patient outcomes.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
The Corrigan House
350 Hazle Township Blvd., Hazle Township, PA 18202
04.2015 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts with skilled assistance in physical therapy exercises and mobility training for optimal recovery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans.
- Trained new nursing assistants on protocols and best practices.
- Advocated for patient comfort and emotional support during care processes.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients'' families through clear communication and empathetic support during difficult times.
- Provided exceptional support for patients requiring specialized care, such as those with dementia or complex medical conditions.
- Maintained a calm and comforting atmosphere for patients experiencing anxiety or distress, utilizing effective communication techniques.
- Ensured continuity of care by providing thorough updates during shift changes and maintaining detailed records of patient progress.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring, accurate documentation, and timely reporting of health concerns.
- Upheld regulatory compliance standards by consistently following facility policies, procedures, and licensure requirements.
- Promoted patient comfort by promptly addressing pain management needs in collaboration with nursing staff.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Bayada Pediatric Association
Wilkes-Barre, PA04-2017
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Patient relationship building
- Mobility assistance
- Catheter care
- Patient relations
- Companionship and emotional support
- Light housekeeping
- Specimen collection
- Records management
- Quality assurance
- Linen management
- Personal hygiene support
- Infection control procedures
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Attention to detail
- Patient care quality
- Supporting personal needs
- Calm under stress
- Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
- Patient positioning
- Responding to emergencies
- Injury prevention
- Feeding assistance
- Emotional and social support
- Room cleaning and restocking
- Emotional intelligence
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
The Corrigan House
04.2015 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Bayada Pediatric Association