STEPHEN BARASA
Kirkland,WA
Summary
Outstanding, performance driven Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in Medsurg, acute care, hospice, and geriatric care. An ambitious mature individual who has demonstrated ability to address patient's needs in a timely manner. Proven success in dealing with patients and families from different backgrounds. Well-qualified competent motivated CNA eager to work in a busy environment to achieve the highest level of patient's satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Covenant Living At The Shores
08.2023 - Current
- Geriatric
- Tended to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Agency Certified Nursing Assistant
Proactive Healthcare & Staffing
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Vital Signs & Chart
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with ADLs.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care as part of a nursing team covering 8-10 high geriatric patients per shift.
- •Alzheimer & Dementia
Vital Signs - Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Home Care Aide
Whispers Meadows Senior Living
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Education
Nursing Assistant
Elite Learning Institute
Federal Way, WA08.2022
Skills
- Patient Care & Safety
Diagnostic Testing
Medical Terminology
Electronic Medical Records
Vital Signs
Patient Monitoring
Assist Medication Admin
Privacy HIPAA Regulations
- MedSurg-Telemetry
- Fluid Intake/Output
- Post Operative Pain
- MedSurg-Ortho & Spine
- MedSurg-Pedi
- ICU
- Post Partum
- Geriatric
- Patient Advocacy & Support
Certification
• Washington Certified Nursing Assistant• BLS Certification
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
Skills
•Patient-focused care•Time management•Detail-oriented•Effectively interacts with patients and families.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Covenant Living At The Shores
08.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
01.2023 - 12.2023
Agency Certified Nursing Assistant
Proactive Healthcare & Staffing
11.2022 - 01.2024
Home Care Aide
Whispers Meadows Senior Living
09.2021 - 11.2022
Nursing Assistant
Elite Learning Institute
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