Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Tena Mengistu

LVN
Azusa,CA

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Ramona Rehabilitation
El Monte
01.2014 - 12.2024
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - LVN

Glendale Career College
Glendale, CA

Skills

  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Patient care documentation
  • Mobility device operation
  • Specimen collection
  • Basic life support
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Customer service
  • Safety compliance
  • Patient comfort maximization
  • Empathy in care
  • Team collaboration
  • Reporting changes

Certification

  • State of california Board of Vocational Nursing & Psychiatric Technician
  • License Number VN748953
  • Expiration Date 02/28/2027

Timeline

CNA

Ramona Rehabilitation
01.2014 - 12.2024

Some College (No Degree) - LVN

Glendale Career College

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