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Stacy Carrera

Garland,TX

Summary

Proven Certified Nursing Assistant from Amity Hospice, adept in patient relations and electronic charting, enhances patient care through effective condition monitoring and empathetic support. Achieved significant improvements in patient satisfaction and health outcomes by leveraging expertise in healthcare ethics and direct patient care. Demonstrates a trustworthy commitment to excellence and team collaboration. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients, and their families to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Amity Hospice
05.2015 - Current
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Supported needs of up to 10+ residents under long-term care.

Caregiver

Dignify Living Group Home
01.2014 - 05.2015
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.

Service Advisor

Pepboys Parts And Auto
08.2009 - 11.2012
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Siatech
Albuquerque, NM
08.2008

Skills

  • Patient Relations
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Electronic Charting
  • Condition Monitoring
  • Patient-focused care
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Lifting
  • Safety Precautions
  • Patient Care
  • Trustworthy companion
  • End of life care
  • Reliable team player
  • Bedside manner
  • Adaptable
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Geriatric Care
  • Healthcare ethics

Accomplishments

  • Achieved to maintain as a selective choice of West Coast University's Dean's List during Nursing School by ensuring to maintain an adequate GPA and proved to be able to study and work with accuracy and efficiency.

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Certified Hospice & Palliative Nursing Assistant ( CHPNA)

Languages

English
Full Professional
spanish
A1

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Amity Hospice
05.2015 - Current

Caregiver

Dignify Living Group Home
01.2014 - 05.2015

Service Advisor

Pepboys Parts And Auto
08.2009 - 11.2012

High School Diploma -

Siatech

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