Ranae Baca

Float Pool CNA , with responsibilities floating to all units within SMMC. Working under the direct supervision of an RN and Medical Team with duties that include taking and documenting vitals , I&O’s , ADL’s in a timely manner, assisting staff with procedures, transporting patients, answering call lights and phones in a timely manner. Adhering to HIPPA and OSHA guidelines.

• Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
• Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
• Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
• Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
• Utilized best practices while performing clinical duties in order to maintain standards of excellence in the provision of safe quality patient care.
• Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications administered, and progress notes in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during patient care activities.
• Assisted nursing staff with patient care, including taking vital signs, changing bed linens and providing basic hygiene assistance.
• Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
• Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
• Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
• Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Worked under the direct supervision of an RN and Medical Team on the Hematology/Oncology Unit with duties that included taking and documenting V/S , I&O's and ADL's in a timely matter, assisting with procedures such as but not limited to Lumbar Punctures and BMA's , Foley and IV/NG placements along with assisting Ortho is casting and pedal casting , collecting and handling of specimens , transporting patients , answering call lights and phones in a timely manner and stocking of the unit.