Yehitza Esquivel
Katy
Summary
Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at Spanish Meadows, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient patient transfers. Expert in maintaining HIPAA compliance and vital signs monitoring, I excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrating exceptional time management and empathy. Achieved a significant increase in patient comfort levels through innovative care techniques.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
CNA
Spanish Meadows
- Facilitated independence by aiding with everyday activities.
- Ensured patient hygiene by assisting with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Delivered high-quality care to all patients in hospital facility.
Education
CNA License - Nursing
Ace Academy
Houston, TX04.2023
Highschool Diploma -
Crossroads Academy
Dallas, TX04.2018
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Clinical documentation
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Toileting assistance
- Infection control practices
- Lifting and transferring
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Patient relationship building
- CPR certification
Certification
CPR Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Spanish Meadows
CNA License - Nursing
Ace Academy
Highschool Diploma -
Crossroads Academy
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