Patricia Mendes
Porum,OK
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Haskell Regional Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Countryside Estates Nursing
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted in daily living activities for patients, promoting independence and dignity throughout the caregiving process.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to nursing staff promptly, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various needs.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving patients, demonstrating strong critical thinking skills under pressure while working closely with the medical team to provide lifesaving interventions.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen levels
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eufaula Manor
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Education
GED -
Ged Online
Tahlequah, OK2024
Skills
- Companionship and emotional support for others
- Able to multitask
- Computer navigation
- Reliable team player
- Care plan implementation
Accomplishments
- Achieved excellent patient care by completing daily needs with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR certified
Appreciation award
The award received was for excellent patient care that was given during a survey for our hospital.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Countryside Estates Nursing
01.2023 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Haskell Regional Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eufaula Manor
10.2021 - 01.2022
GED -
Ged Online
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