Tomacine Valdez

• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients. Notified doctor with any abnormal results.
• Performed functional assessments and documentation for admissions, organized appointments, transfers and discharges.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Ordered diagnostic testing and retrieved lab specimens to interpret abnormal results for diagnoses or treatment of patients.
• Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
• Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
• Cared for multiple Hemodialysis patients per day including monitoring perma-cath sites to ensure blood flow and careful monitoring of renal diet.
• Worked side by side with hospice team and families for palliative or end of life care.

Cared for average of 14 patients or more per 12 hour shift in skilled nursing facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.

• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort by meeting their needs
• Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vital assessments.
• Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake and output to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

• Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
• Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
• Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress or problems to report, and discussed observations with supervisor or case manager.
• Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.

• Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
• Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops.
• Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing and ordering supplies.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming,incontinence and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Administered medication as directed by physician.