Rosario Lopez
Riverton,UT
Summary
Dedicated Wound Care Assistant with proven expertise in antimicrobial stewardship and patient positioning, honed at Innovation Medical Group. Excelled in reducing infection risks and enhancing patient care through meticulous wound management and compassionate support. Certified in CPR and CNA, demonstrating a commitment to achieving the highest standards in patient health outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Assistant
Innovation Medical Group
04.2022 - Current
- Transported medications and controlled substances within site.
- Used [Software] to collect and document health status data.
- Aided in streamlining inventory management processes for wound care supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Utilized proper equipment and body mechanics to protect patient, self and others from injury during transfers.
- Conducted thorough skin assessments to identify early signs of pressure ulcers or potential infections before they escalated into more serious issues.
- Assisted in the development of individualized patient care plans by accurately assessing wound types and severity levels.
- Assisted in reducing infection risks for patients through meticulous wound cleaning and dressing procedures.
- Ensured proper documentation of all wound assessments, treatments, and follow-ups to maintain accurate medical records.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
CNA
Aspen Ridge Transitional Rehab
12.2016 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Granger High School
West Valley City, UT06.2005
Skills
- Wound assessment
- Patient Positioning
- Antimicrobial Stewardship
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Wound Dressing
- Topical medication application
- Wound Photography
- Wound Cleansing
- Offloading techniques
- Wound Care Procedures
- CPR Certification
- CNA Certification
- Wound Care
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Wound Care Assistant
Innovation Medical Group
04.2022 - Current
CNA
Aspen Ridge Transitional Rehab
12.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Granger High School
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