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TOM JUNISA

STOCKTON,CA

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at California Health Care Facility, delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring dignity. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and promote independence, while fostering positive relationships through empathy. A reliable team player skilled in HIPAA compliance and direct patient care, enhancing overall patient satisfaction.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

California Health Care Facility
10.2013 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.

Certified Nursing Assistant

KINDRED/VALLEY GARDEN CARE CENTER
01.2009 - 10.2013
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • 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.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Certified Nursing Assistant

VIENNA CONVALESCENT AND REHAB
06.2004 - 09.2013

TRANSFERING PATIENTS FROM BED TO CHAIR AND FROM CHAIR TO BED

  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
  • Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mule Creek State Prison
01.2008 - 07.2009
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.

Security Officer

Delta Hawkeye Security
03.2004 - 03.2006
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
  • Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
  • Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.

Education

Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA

High School Diploma -

CERTIFIED NURSING ASISTANCE
Lodi, CA

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Compassionate

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

California Health Care Facility
10.2013 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

KINDRED/VALLEY GARDEN CARE CENTER
01.2009 - 10.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mule Creek State Prison
01.2008 - 07.2009

Certified Nursing Assistant

VIENNA CONVALESCENT AND REHAB
06.2004 - 09.2013

Security Officer

Delta Hawkeye Security
03.2004 - 03.2006

Modesto Junior College

High School Diploma -

CERTIFIED NURSING ASISTANCE
TOM JUNISA