Yolanda Jones Nunes
Bronx,NY
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kings Harbor Multicare Center
Bronx, NY
03.2022 - Current
- Kept a close eye on patients, reporting any atypical symptoms or changes in condition to the charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Certified Home Health Aide
VNSNY
Bronx, NY
07.2017 - 07.2023
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Home Health Aide
Allure Home Care
Bronx, NY
05.2019 - 02.2022
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
Education
Certificate of Completion For CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Big Apple Nursing School
The Bronx, NY10-2021
Certificate Completion of HHA - Home Health Aide
Big Apple Nursing School
The Bronx, NY10-2017
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient Relations
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control procedures
- Indirect Patient Care
- Hospice trained/Health coach
- Monitoring fluids
- Electronic Charting
- Mobility Assistance
- Direct Patient Care
- Care plan implementation
- Condition Monitoring
- Catheter change and preparation
- Collecting vital signs
- Responding to emergencies
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Compassionate
Certification
- CPR certified
Accomplishments
- Hospice Aide of the Year 2022
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kings Harbor Multicare Center
03.2022 - Current
Home Health Aide
Allure Home Care
05.2019 - 02.2022
Certified Home Health Aide
VNSNY
07.2017 - 07.2023
Certificate of Completion For CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Big Apple Nursing School
Certificate Completion of HHA - Home Health Aide
Big Apple Nursing School
- CPR certified
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