Sonia Orellana
Medford,NY
Summary
Adaptable Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Stony Brook University Hospital, enhancing patient care quality through meticulous vital signs monitoring and effective communication. Demonstrated compassion in patient interactions, significantly reducing fall incidents. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and patient support, I excel in fast-paced healthcare environments, ensuring both safety and comfort.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stony Brook University Hospital
2016.06 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bellport Senior High School
Brookhaven, NY06.2003
Skills
Patient Care
HIPAA Compliance
Reliable team player
Direct Patient Care
Collecting vital signs
Bathing Assistance
Compassionate
Vital signs monitoring
Bedside manner
EKG
Accomplishments
CNA of the Year 2022
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stony Brook University Hospital
2016.06 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bellport Senior High School
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