Yodit Reta
San Diego,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CNA with extensive experience at UCSD Medical Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and personalized care plans. Committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety while fostering a positive healing environment for diverse patient populations.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
UCSD Medical Center
San Diego, CA
2023 - Current
- 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.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
CNA
Arbor Hills Nursing Center
San Diego, CA
2013 - 09.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with regulations.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients 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.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- 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.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Ethiopia Medical School
Keiamed Medical College 07.2009
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Conflict resolution
- Patient advocacy
- Health monitoring
- Medication assistance
- Cultural sensitivity
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Infection control practices
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Bedside manner
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Patient lifting
- Patient-focused care
- Electronic charting
- Ambulation assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- Supporting personal needs
- Mobility assistance
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Medical terminology
- Light housekeeping
- Inpatient care
- Maintaining privacy
- Patient assessments
- Specimen collection
- Transporting patients
- Valid state driver's license
- Quality assurance
- Observing responses
- Feeding assistance expert
- Vital sign recording
- Collecting specimens
- Respiratory equipment training
- Catheter change and preparation
- Performing patient intakes
- General housekeeping
- Documentation expert
- DBMS
- Wound care specialist
- Database administration
- Shared governance
- Medical office administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Case management
- Chronic disease management
- Conducting intakes
- Activity coordination
- Pediatric care
- Quality assurance controls
- Outpatient care
- EMR / EHR
- Meal planning
- Condition monitoring
- Preparing meals
- Indirect patient care
- Reliable transportation
- Medical records management
- Patient management
- Patient relations
- Activity planning
- Care plan implementation
- Adaptable
- Healthcare ethics
- Patient relationship building
- Compassionate caregiver
- Geriatric care
- Direct patient care
- Physical stamina
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
CNA
UCSD Medical Center
2023 - Current
CNA
Arbor Hills Nursing Center
2013 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Ethiopia Medical School