Reuben Awar
Fresno,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant with over 7 months of clinical experience and 5 months of hands on caregiving support. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and promoting patient comfort, safety, and dignity in fast paced care environments. Experienced in managing and de escalating patient altercations using patience, professionalism, and effective communication, while maintaining a calm and supportive presence under pressure.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical care by strictly upholding HIPAA regulations and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times, regardless of personal relationships with patients or their loved ones. Known for building trusting relationships with patients and families while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Eager to contribute a strong work ethic, compassion, attention to detail, and reliable care to a healthcare team dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Oakwood Gardens
Fresno, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to promote safety.
- Supported mobility exercises for residents to enhance physical well-being.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records system.
- Collaborated with team members to create individualized care plans for residents.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Monitored vital signs to ensure resident health and safety.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop personalized care plans.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Supported needs of 18+ residents under long-term care.
Caregiver
Aveanna Heathcare
Hanford, CA
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering positive patient relationships.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, demonstrating flexibility in caregiving approaches.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Fresno State
Fresno, CASkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- End-of-life care
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient transfers
- Clinical documentation
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Physical stamina
- Lifting and transferring
- Safety precautions
- Collecting vital signs
- Patient lifting
- Bedside manner
- Electronic charting
- Direct patient care
- Mobility assistance
- Ambulation assistance
- Documenting behaviors
- Patient relationship building
- Valid [state] driver's license
- Pediatric care
Languages
Sudanese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Oakwood Gardens
09.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Aveanna Heathcare
10.2024 - 01.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Fresno State