PRISCILLA Y. LARGO
CHURCHROCK,NM
Summary
Experienced nurse aide with 21 years of practice providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations. Expertise in responding to emergency codes getting all the equipment monitors ready. 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. oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
GALLUP INDIAN MEDICAL CENTER
12.2002 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar 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.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- EMERGENCY MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR to transport patient to the airport and local hospitals.
- CHAMPION GLUCSE MONITORS recertify employees with their barcodes.
Education
High School Diploma -
WINGATE HIGH SCHOOL
FT.WINGATE NEW MEXICO 8731605.1988
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Specimen Collection
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Relations
- Interpreter (NAVAJO)
- Supply Restocking
- Basic Life Support
- Continuing education
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA
- Healthcare ethics
- Patient Care
- Recording vital signs
- Universal Precautions
- Biohazard Disposal
- Wound Care
- Emergency Response
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED exp08/2025
- CPR/AED
- Insert IV collect specimen
- Electric Kardio Gram
- Kurin Blood Culture collection
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
GALLUP INDIAN MEDICAL CENTER
12.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
WINGATE HIGH SCHOOL
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