Samantha Martinez
Denton,TX
Summary
A seasoned Certified Nursing Assistant with a robust background in patient care, notably at Denton Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. Expert in vital signs monitoring and compassionate care, I excel in maintaining HIPAA compliance and enhancing patient relationships. Demonstrated success in improving patient well-being through effective communication and skilled care delivery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel CNA
Visiting Angles
Denton, TX
07.2022 - 12.2024
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Reported any observed changes in patient conditions to the appropriate personnel.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Provided assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with chronic illnesses or terminal diagnoses.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
CNA
Denton Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Denton, TX
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Restorative Aide
Good Samaritan Society
Denton, TX
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Assisted with the collection of data for research projects and quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced professional development and clinical knowledge through continuing education and peer reviewed literature.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, including dressing changes, transferring and ambulation.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses, and progress notes in patient charts.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Monitored patients' progress and communicated any changes in condition to the nursing staff.
- Liaised with physical therapist to deliver appropriate therapy according to care plan.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
Sales Associate
Walmart
Denton, TX
06.2014 - 05.2016
- Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ryan High School
Denton, TX06-2013
Skills
- IV management
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care
- Compassionate care
- Transporting patients
- Bathing assistance
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- Feeding assistance expert
- Electronic charting
- Wound care specialist
- Respiratory equipment training
- Oxygen therapy
- Mobility assistance
- Maintaining privacy
- Supporting personal needs
- Urinary catheter care
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Light housekeeping
- Patient relationship building
- Compassionate
- Meal planning
- Range of motion exercises
- Helping with medication
- Toileting assistance
- Reliable team player
- Transfer techniques
Timeline
Travel CNA
Visiting Angles
07.2022 - 12.2024
Restorative Aide
Good Samaritan Society
07.2016 - 04.2018
CNA
Denton Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
05.2016 - 09.2018
Sales Associate
Walmart
06.2014 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Ryan High School