Ricardo Candelaria
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Highly-motivated respectful employee with desire to take on new challenges in a Construction field setting. Excellent Customer Service and Interpersonal skills. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA Neuro 1
Novant New Hanover Regional Hospital
Wilmington, North Carolina
04.2024 - Current
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
CNA Cardiac Telemetry
Atrium Healthcare
Pineville, NC
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Patient Transporter Lead Trainer
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
Charlotte, NC
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Greeted patient and explained transport plan and destination.
- Provided patient transport using various equipment and adhered to safety protocols.
- Maintained facility and patient confidentiality, complying with HIPPA policies and procedures.
- Used wheelchairs, seat chairs and gurneys to move patients.
- Lifted patients to move off beds, examination tables or stretchers.
- Assisted patients with entering and exiting vehicles, and transferring from or to wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Disinfected and properly stored transport equipment.
- Secured IV connections, oxygen, tubing and other medical devices for safe transport.
- Removed deceased patients from units to transport to morgue.
- Supported and coached new employees on policies and safety measures and offered assistance with tasks.
- Alerted nursing staff to patient distress or equipment malfunction for immediate intervention.
- Utilized transportation EMR system to record transport and report information.
- Employed isolation techniques and complied with universal precautions.
- Maintained schedules by delivering patients safely and on time to procedure rooms.
- Carried messages or documents between departments.
- Instructed new team members on correct procedures for operations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Provided constructive feedback and one-on-one coaching to trainees.
- Evaluated individuals regularly for progress or growth potential to guide decisions regarding advancement and additional training.
Construction Assistant
Advantage Home Improvements
Port Jervis, NY
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Performed site evaluations.
Active Duty Military E-3 Material Management
United States Air Force, USAF
San Antonio, TX
11.2018 - 01.2022
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Served as a liaison between internal departments, vendors, customers regarding product availability or shipping issues.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies.
- Provided training on proper use of inventory control systems and procedures.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
Education
Certified Nurse Aide 1 - Nursing
BloomingHeart School of Health
Charlotte, NC05.2023
OSHA 10
360 Training
03.2022
High School Diploma -
Pine Bush High School
Pine Bush, NY06.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Real Estate
Superior School of Real Estate
Charlotte, NCSome College (No Degree) - Supply Chain Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Safety Oriented
- Material Management
- Service-Oriented
- Upselling and Cross Selling
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Player
- Customer Service and Rapport
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Medical Equipment Transport
- Patient Safety
- Knowledge of Sterile Cleaning Techniques
- Quick Problem Solver
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Power Tool Operation
- Carpentry
- Demolition
- Materials Loading
- Site preparation
- Safety and compliance
- Worksite preparation
- Worksite safety
- Framing
- OSHA
- Truck loading
- Equipment Operation
Awards
- Atrium Health Cardinal Award For Outstanding Patient Care and Relations October 2023
Timeline
CNA Neuro 1
Novant New Hanover Regional Hospital
04.2024 - Current
CNA Cardiac Telemetry
Atrium Healthcare
05.2023 - 02.2024
Patient Transporter Lead Trainer
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
10.2022 - 04.2023
Construction Assistant
Advantage Home Improvements
01.2022 - 09.2022
Active Duty Military E-3 Material Management
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2018 - 01.2022
Certified Nurse Aide 1 - Nursing
BloomingHeart School of Health
OSHA 10
360 Training
High School Diploma -
Pine Bush High School
Some College (No Degree) - Real Estate
Superior School of Real Estate
Some College (No Degree) - Supply Chain Management
Community College of The Air Force
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