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ROSE-LAURE ROMULUS

Conroe,TX

Summary

With a proven track record at AVANTI LIVING ASSISTANT, I excel in patient advocacy and interpersonal skills, significantly enhancing patient care through expert clinical documentation and compassionate interaction. My dedication to HIPAA compliance and patient hygiene stands out, showcasing my ability to improve healthcare delivery confidently. Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA/Care Assistant

AVANTI LIVING ASSIITANT
SHENANDOAH , TEXAS
03.2024 - Current
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.

CNA/Care Worker

CORAL PLAZA
Margate, FL
06.2023 - 03.2024
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Caregiver

Ann Storck Center
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08.2015 - 03.2016
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
  • Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.

Education

High School Diploma -

MIAMI CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Miami, FL
06-2004

Skills

  • Patient advocacy
  • Clinical documentation
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Wound care
  • Dressing assistance
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • CONSISTENCY
  • PROPER HYGIENE
  • UNDERSTANDING OF COMMON DISORDERS
  • INTERPERSONALSKILS
  • VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
  • ATTENTION TO DETAIL
  • KNOWLEDGE OF MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY

Certification

  • ORAL HYGIENE
  • FIRST AID
  • HEALTH,SAFETY AND NUTRITION
  • BEHAVIORAL OBSERVATION AND SCREENING

Languages

English
Professional
CREOLE
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CNA/Care Assistant

AVANTI LIVING ASSIITANT
03.2024 - Current

CNA/Care Worker

CORAL PLAZA
06.2023 - 03.2024

Caregiver

Ann Storck Center
08.2015 - 03.2016

High School Diploma -

MIAMI CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
ROSE-LAURE ROMULUS