Ruth Agosto
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Dedicated CNA with proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and compassionate care, honed at HMHN/Palisades and other healthcare settings. Excelled in maintaining confidentiality and enhancing patient satisfaction, demonstrating exceptional professionalism and bedside manner. Skilled in CPR/AED, with a strong ability to multitask and manage time effectively, ensuring high-quality patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/PCT
HMHN/Palisades
11.2014 - 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.
CNA
Hudsonview Care And Rehabilitation Center
08.2009 - 11.2014
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
CNA
Mi Casa Es Su Casa Adult Daycare Center
05.2009 - 09.2011
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Education
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Hohokus College
Paramus, NJ02.2003
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Reliable team
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate caregiver
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Multitasking Abilities
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA/PCT
HMHN/Palisades
11.2014 - Current
CNA
Hudsonview Care And Rehabilitation Center
08.2009 - 11.2014
CNA
Mi Casa Es Su Casa Adult Daycare Center
05.2009 - 09.2011
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Hohokus College
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