Samantha Solorzano
Whittier,CA
Summary
Skilled CNA with proven expertise in patient care, demonstrated at Adventist Hospital. Excellently balances critical thinking and attention to detail, ensuring high standards of infection control. Achieved notable improvements in patient satisfaction through effective communication and organizational skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Adventist Hospital
Montebello, CA
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
CNA
Beverly Hospital
Montebello, CA
05.2019 - 03.2023
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals and blood pressure.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Register Nurse
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CASkills
- Written verbal communication
- Basic organizational skills
- Knowledge of infection control
- Able to multi task
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish)
Timeline
CNA
Adventist Hospital
05.2023 - 11.2024
CNA
Beverly Hospital
05.2019 - 03.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Register Nurse
Rio Hondo College
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