Yomeiry Castro
Allentown,PA
Summary
Compassionate CNA with extensive experience at Cedar Crest Post Acute, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. Enhanced patient satisfaction through attentive care and emotional support, while implementing infection control practices. Recognized for training new staff and fostering a collaborative environment, ensuring high standards of patient dignity and safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Cedar Crest Post Acute
Allentown, PA
08.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff in monitoring vital signs and reporting changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, enhancing patient safety.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation, contributing to effective care planning.
- Trained new staff on best practices for resident care and facility protocols, fostering a supportive environment.
- Implemented infection control measures, promoting health and safety standards within the facility.
- Engaged residents in social activities, improving their overall well-being and quality of life.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
CNA
TRI State Rehab Staffing LLC
Jersey City, NJ
12.2016 - 07.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering trust and open communication.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to promote safety.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement individualized care plans effectively.
- Educated patients and families on care procedures and health management strategies.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
Education
CNA - Nurse Assistant Certification
Workforce Advantage School
Union City, NJ12.2016
CHHA - Health Care
Always Homecare
Jersey City, NJ04.2014
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant Certification
Branford Hall Career Institute
Jersey City, NJ03.2019
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
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Physical stamina
- Lifting and transferring
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Infection control practices
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Cedar Crest Post Acute
08.2024 - Current
CNA
TRI State Rehab Staffing LLC
12.2016 - 07.2019
CNA - Nurse Assistant Certification
Workforce Advantage School
CHHA - Health Care
Always Homecare
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant Certification
Branford Hall Career Institute