Sandra Menteer
Park Hills,MO
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented CNA with extensive experience at Riverview At The Park, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities and emotional support skills, ensuring high-quality care for residents with complex needs. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and promoting a safe, supportive environment for all patients.
Overview
2008
2008
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Riverview At The Park
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Waitresses
Mont Blanc Gourmet
02.2006 - 06.2007
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
GED -
Crossmont Adult Education
Santee, CA12.2014
Skills
- Medication administration
- Attention to detail
- End-of-life care
- Active listening
- Emotional support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate communication
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
- Time management
- Patient care
- Cultural sensitivity
- Emergency response
- Basic life support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Multitasking and organization
- Dressing assistance
- Physical stamina
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Complex Problem-solving
- Infection control practices
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Health monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Toileting assistance
- Feeding assistance
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Waitresses
Mont Blanc Gourmet
02.2006 - 06.2007
CNA
Riverview At The Park
GED -
Crossmont Adult Education
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