CNA
The Carlotta
Palm Desert, California
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.