Sorina Meraz
Tulare,CA
Summary
Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with 16 years of experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records.
Empathetic CNA commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration and unprecedented patient relations. Interacts with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA, Labor and Delivery
Adventist Health Hanford
Hanford, CA
12.2014 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
Tulare Regional Medical Center
Tulare, CA
04.2005 - 11.2014
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
Tech Prep High School
Tulare, CA06.2002
Skills
- Recording Vital Signs
- Patient Management
- Patient Care
- Bathing
- Logging Paperwork
- Observing Responses
- Supporting Personal Needs
Timeline
CNA, Labor and Delivery
Adventist Health Hanford
12.2014 - Current
CNA
Tulare Regional Medical Center
04.2005 - 11.2014
Tech Prep High School
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