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Yazmin Roman Contreras
Spring,TX
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience as a Patient Care Assistant at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and providing ADL support. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient comfort and safety, actively contributing to improved patient outcomes. Known for exceptional teamwork and a compassionate approach to patient care.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital
Patient Care Assistant
05.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, promoting self-care skills for long-term wellbeing.
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital
Patient Care Assistant
01.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
- 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.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nurse at bedside.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Avanti Senior Living
Care Partner
04.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support throughout their stay.
Grace Care Cypress
CNA
07.2018 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Education
Lone Star College, Houston, TX
Associate of Science from Nursing
12-2020
Cypress Springs High School, Cypress, TX
High School Diploma
06-2018
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring/ documentation
- Monitoring tools
- Room preparation
- ADL support
- Ambulation/Transport Support
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- OSHA Certification
- CPR/ AHA Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2022
Care Partner
Avanti Senior Living
04.2019 - 01.2020
CNA
Grace Care Cypress
07.2018 - 03.2019
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- OSHA Certification
- CPR/ AHA Certified
Lone Star College
Associate of Science from Nursing
Cypress Springs High School
High School Diploma
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