Ruth Sandoval
Colton,CA
Summary
Patient-focused cna with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level patient care position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
RCHcommunity Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Nursing Assistant
Parkview Community Hospital
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Educated patients on prescribed medications, ensuring compliance with dosage instructions and awareness of potential side effects.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Nursing Assistant
Riverside Post Acute Care
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
Education
GED -
Carson Community Adult School
Carson, CA06.1996
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Light Housekeeping
- Supply Restocking
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Infection Control
- Patient Relations
- Patient Feeding
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Specimen Collection
- Electronic Charting
- Recording Vital Signs
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- HIPAA
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient-Focused Care
- Basic Life Support
- Behavior Redirection
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Patient Care
- Catheter Care
- Patient Assessment
- Self-Motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Empathy and Compassion
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Injury Prevention
- CPR Certification
- HIPAA Compliance
- Wound Care
- Bedsore Prevention
- Feeding Assistance
- Biohazard Disposal
- Patient Positioning
- CNA Certification
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Certification
Basic Life Support(CPR)andAED)program 09/25.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Elementary
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
RCHcommunity Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Parkview Community Hospital
02.2020 - 07.2023
Nursing Assistant
Riverside Post Acute Care
03.2019 - 01.2020
GED -
Carson Community Adult School
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