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Paula Jean Francisco

CNA
Port Orchard,WA

Summary

Currently pursuing a career in nursing. Abilities stem from years of learning and understanding the needs of those in the health care setting. Highly motivated to be apart of a high functioning team. Competent in a variety of health care settings, experienced in clinical documentation through Cerner, Point Click Care and certified with AED.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

CNA

Kitsap Mental Health
Bremerton , WA
07.2018 - 03.2020
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 17-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for 17 patient rooms.

CNA

Elite Nursing, LLC
Tacoma, WA
02.2018 - 05.2018
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

CNA

EvergreenHealth Medical Center
Kirkland, WA
10.2014 - 04.2018
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • 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.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 36-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Assumption
Philippines
06.2009 - 04.2013

Skills

Companionship and emotional support

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Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft excel

CERNER

EPIC

Certification

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

CNA

Kitsap Mental Health
07.2018 - 03.2020

CNA

Elite Nursing, LLC
02.2018 - 05.2018

CNA

EvergreenHealth Medical Center
10.2014 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Assumption
06.2009 - 04.2013
Paula Jean FranciscoCNA