Perla Hernandez Macedo
San Antonio,TX
Summary
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. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician /Certified Nursing Assistant
Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- Served as an reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Used principles of growth and development to provide age-specific treatment and care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Patient Care Technician
Legent Orthopedic And Spine
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Monitor inline wound drains.
- Educated on CPM machine therapy
- Assist with cryo therapy after procedure .
- Be responsible for ambulated patient prior surgery.
- Documenting PVR's and Monitor Foley's.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sorrento Skilled Nursing/ Continue Care
10.2016 - 04.2018
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Supported needs of Number + residents under long-term care.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Remind patients to take medication or nutritional supplements.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mystic Park Nursing & Rehab Center
03.2015 - 10.2016
- Apply cleaning dressing, slings, stockings. or support bandages, under direction of nurse or physician.
- Maintain patient's rooms area sanitized.
- Change bed linens as needed and periodically as well maintaining them made to standards.
- Communicate with patients to ascertain feelings or needs for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Document or otherwise report observations of patient behaviors, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurse.
- Assist in feedings and fluid intakes as needed.
- Record daily heights and weights.
- Provide assistance with daily task such as bathing, toileting, dressing, standing, walking, or ADL's
- Maintain persistence in bed bound patients Q 2 repositioning.
- Maintaining patients hygiene.
- ALD's preformed on bed bound patients.
- Proper trained on Hoyer or any mechanical transfers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mystic Park Nursing & Rehab
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Planning and facilitating daily, weekly, and monthly events to encourage socializing, relaxation, and recreation.
- implementing activities that accommodate those with special needs.
- Handling logistics to make the event possible, such ad making phone calls, advertising, managing inventory and budgets, training and motivating volunteers or employees, and coordinating transportation.
- Observing participants at events to gauge their enjoyment and obtain their feedback to improve events.
- Keeping records regarding event planning resources, participant interest, and other notable information.
- Report any medical concerns and document any injuries or behavioral incidents.
- Ensuring that events are well provisioned , event staff is trained and prepared, and that even takes place on time and within budget.
- Providing participants with instructions for the event.
- Adhering to and enforcing all safety procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
St.Phillip's College
San Antonio, Tx01.2027
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Healthcare Institute
San Antonio, TX03.2015
High School Diploma -
Earl Warren High School
San Antonio, Tx05.2012
Skills
- BLS certified
- Heart saver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Collecting vital signs
- Injury Prevention
- Emotional Intelligence
- Blood Sugar Monitoring & Testing
- Patient Observation
- Infection prevention
- Specimen Collection
- Client documentation
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Chronic Disease Management
- Surgical Preparation
- Qualified in patient transport
- Nutrition and Diet
- Multitasking Abilities
- Infection control standards
- ADL support
- Emergency Response
- Sterilization techniques
- Electronic Charting
- Vital signs
- Heavy Lifting
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Assessments
- EKG
- Bilingual ( Spanish)
Timeline
Patient Care Technician /Certified Nursing Assistant
Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Legent Orthopedic And Spine
08.2019 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sorrento Skilled Nursing/ Continue Care
10.2016 - 04.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mystic Park Nursing & Rehab Center
03.2015 - 10.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mystic Park Nursing & Rehab
01.2015 - 03.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
St.Phillip's College
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Healthcare Institute
High School Diploma -
Earl Warren High School
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