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Rosalinda Chavez

Certified Nurse Aide
Waco,Tx

Summary

To work in a great environment and gain employment with an established company. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and hospital administrative functions. Strong patient care skills combined with excellent patient evaluation and advocacy. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care and patient education.

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years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Waco Family Medicine
Waco, Texas
06.2018 - Current

All duties issued by management daily

  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration

Certified Nursing Assistant

True Excellence Agency
Dallas, Texas
05.2016 - 03.2021
  • Travel to different facilities to work as a nurse aide where I was needed.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Employed mobility devices and able to equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries
  • Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
  • Used cellphone and paperwork daily to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients

Certified Nursing Assistant

Ascension Hospital
Waco, Texas
05.2017 - 06.2018

All duties required by charge nurse.

  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs

Van Driver/CNA

Lakeshore Village Waco
Waco, Texas
08.2015 - 05.2016
  • CNA duties and scheduling appointments for residents.
  • Transferring residents and being on call as needed.
  • Maintained vehicle by refueling, performing regular fluid level checks and cleaning interior and exterior of vehicle
  • Observed and followed traffic laws and regulations specifically reinforcing public and client safety
  • Conducted inspections on vehicles prior to use at beginning of shift each day
  • Assisted clients with loading and unloading of personal items and luggage, often delivering luggage to clients' rooms
  • Provided passengers with information on local area nightlife, dining, entertainment and attractions
  • Transported elderly and disabled people to and from hospitals and long-term treatment facilities
  • Recorded each delivery using proper paperwork before leaving warehouse
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance
  • Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes

Certified Nursing Assistant

Senior Care Of Hewitt
Waco, Texas
08.2013 - 08.2015
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Care Giver
Waco , Texas
10.2013 - 10.2014
  • Private duty care for an elderly couple in their home.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
  • Cared for residents in their environment and delivered high-quality support to meet needs

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant -

MCLENNAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Waco Texas
11.2009 - 12.2009

Skills

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Certification

CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Waco Family Medicine
06.2018 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Ascension Hospital
05.2017 - 06.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

True Excellence Agency
05.2016 - 03.2021

Van Driver/CNA

Lakeshore Village Waco
08.2015 - 05.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Care Giver
10.2013 - 10.2014

Certified Nursing Assistant

Senior Care Of Hewitt
08.2013 - 08.2015

Certified Nurse Assistant -

MCLENNAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
11.2009 - 12.2009
Rosalinda ChavezCertified Nurse Aide