Samantha Menchaca MA/CNA
San Antonio
Summary
Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at Windemere at Westoverhills, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient time management. Expert in vital signs monitoring and patient transfers, significantly improving patient safety and comfort. Demonstrates exceptional empathy and patient care, ensuring dignity and promoting independence.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Medication Aide
Windemere at Westoverhills
- Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
CNA
Windemere at Westoverhills
- 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.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Education
GED
Medication Aide -
Choezen Career And Healthcare Training
San Antonio, TX10.2024
Frank Tejeda Academy
SE Loop 41012.2013
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Medication administration
Accomplishments
Recently Graduated as a Medication aide
Certification
CPR certified
Certified Medication aide
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medication Aide
Windemere at Westoverhills
CNA
Windemere at Westoverhills
GED
Medication Aide -
Choezen Career And Healthcare Training
Frank Tejeda Academy
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