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Susan Contreras

Weslaco,TX

Summary

Previous Certified Nursing Assistant with [4+] years of experience in healthcare environments with excellent patient-care. Superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about patient hygiene needs. Committed to providing optimum patient care, including vital sign measurement, wheelchair assistance. Talented at engaging patients in conversation and social interaction to improve quality of living. Big-hearted individual with (4+) years of experience in healthcare industry. Was a helpful CNA committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing. Compassionate. New graduate nurse (LVN). Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Assistant

Knapp Medical Center
07.2018 - 02.2023
  • 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
  • Improved patient care by assisting nurses with daily tasks and providing compassionate support to patients.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

South Texas College
Mcallen, TX

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Assistance

RGV Careers An Institute For Higher Learning
Pharr, TX

LVN - Nursing

Valley Grande Institute For Academic Studies
Weslaco, TX
12.2023

Skills

  • Patient care and safety
  • Patient monitoring
  • Communication
  • Grooming and bathing assistance
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Assist with ADL's
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Infection Control
  • Staff Assistance
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Compassionate
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Bedside manner

Timeline

Nurse Assistant

Knapp Medical Center
07.2018 - 02.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

South Texas College

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Assistance

RGV Careers An Institute For Higher Learning

LVN - Nursing

Valley Grande Institute For Academic Studies
Susan Contreras