Tania G Merchan
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Proven caregiver with a track record of compassionate care and patient satisfaction at The Emerald Peek, Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. Excelled in personal hygiene assistance and team collaboration, enhancing patient wellness and facility cleanliness. Demonstrated fast learning ability and decision-making skills, contributing to a 20% increase in patient engagement through dedicated support and safety practices. Enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Cortlandt Healthcare
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided transportation services for clients to attend medical appointments or engage in community activities safely.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Nursing Assistant
The Emerald Peek, Rehabilitation& Nursing Center
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Layoff
05.2020 - 02.2021
covid19 layoff
Housekeeper
IBM, Global Business Services
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
Housekeeper
IBM, Global Business Services
10.2016 - 09.2019
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Peekskill High School
Peekskill, NY06.2016
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Documentation And Reporting
- Time Management
- Fast Learner
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration
- Activities of Daily Living
- Housekeeping
- Patient Care
- First aid and safety
- Compassionate Caregiving
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Medical Assistant Training - 1 Year Program
Home Health Aide
Completed 83 hrs of training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Limited Working
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Cortlandt Healthcare
09.2023 - 05.2024
Nursing Assistant
The Emerald Peek, Rehabilitation& Nursing Center
02.2021 - 09.2023
Layoff
05.2020 - 02.2021
Housekeeper
IBM, Global Business Services
09.2019 - 05.2020
Housekeeper
IBM, Global Business Services
10.2016 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Peekskill High School
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