Starlaina Almaletti
Surry,VA
Summary
Friendly and enthusiastic CNA with six years of work with elderly patients . Able to learn new tasks quickly and proficient in growing key resident relationships. Represent establishment with friendly, professional demeanor at all times.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Cna
Consulate Health Care
10.2017 - 07.2023
- Provide patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary
- Complete physical checks and monitor patients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and report observations to professional staff
- Record and maintain patient information, such as vital signs, eating habits, behavior, progress notes, treatments, or discharge plans
- Provide mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff
- Serve meals or feed patients needing assistance or persuasion
- Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs
- Turn or reposition bedridden patients
- Review patients' dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patient receives appropriate diet
- Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Child care
Cuffie Chapel Day Care
03.2010 - 05.2017
- Maintain a safe play environment
- Dress children and change diapers
- Observe and monitor children's play activities
- Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues
- Sanitize toys and play equipment
- Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered
- Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children
- Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents' or guardians' attention
- Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits
- Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans
- Help children with homework and school work.
Carnival worker
Amusements of America
03.2004 - 08.2008
- Sell tickets and collect fees from customers
- Sell and serve refreshments to customers
- Operate, drive, or explain the use of mechanical riding devices or other automatic equipment in carnivals
- Provide assistance to patrons entering or exiting amusement rides
- Provide information about facilities, entertainment options, and rules and regulations
- Fasten safety devices for patrons, or provide them with directions for fastening devices.
CNA
Moore Comfort Home Care
Norfolk, VA
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
GED -
Surry High School
Surry, VA05.2009
Skills
- Caring
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Energetic
- Reliable
- Good time management
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Reliable team player
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate
Accomplishments
I was employee of the month for April 2024
Timeline
CNA
Moore Comfort Home Care
07.2023 - Current
Cna
Consulate Health Care
10.2017 - 07.2023
Child care
Cuffie Chapel Day Care
03.2010 - 05.2017
Carnival worker
Amusements of America
03.2004 - 08.2008
GED -
Surry High School