Patricia Varela
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Reliable, service- focused nursing professional with excellent patient- caring and charting skills gained through 10+ years of experience as a CNA
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Medical Edge Recruitment
The Woodlands, TX
01.2022 - 07.2023
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
CALIBRE
Las Cruces, NM
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
CNA
V&E Caring Hands
Las Cruces, NM
01.2019 - 01.2021
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
CNA
Welbrook Transitional Rehabilitation
Las Cruces, NM
08.2018 - 01.2019
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Sagecrest Nursing And Rehabilitation
Las Cruces, NM
08.2017 - 08.2018
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Casa De Oro
Las Cruces, NM
04.2016 - 02.2017
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Stonebrook Manor
San Antonio, TX
06.2012 - 05.2016
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Casa De Oro
Las Cruces, NM
10.2011 - 03.2012
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
CNA
Adobe
Las Cruces, NM
10.1999 - 04.2010
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- 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.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
No Degree - Medical Specialist
International Business College
Las Cruces, NM06.1995
GED -
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM12.1992
Skills
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Quality Patient Care
- Monitor Vitals
- Calm Under Stress
- Consistent Follow Through
- Compassionate Caregiver
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Medical Edge Recruitment
01.2022 - 07.2023
CNA
CALIBRE
07.2020 - 02.2022
CNA
V&E Caring Hands
01.2019 - 01.2021
CNA
Welbrook Transitional Rehabilitation
08.2018 - 01.2019
CNA
Sagecrest Nursing And Rehabilitation
08.2017 - 08.2018
CNA
Casa De Oro
04.2016 - 02.2017
CNA
Stonebrook Manor
06.2012 - 05.2016
CNA
Casa De Oro
10.2011 - 03.2012
CNA
Adobe
10.1999 - 04.2010
No Degree - Medical Specialist
International Business College
GED -
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College