Aida Cisneros
San Jose
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Stanford Hospital, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient medical support. Skilled in vital sign monitoring and patient relationship building, I excel in providing top-notch patient care and safety. My commitment to continuous improvement and empathetic patient support has significantly contributed to the healthcare team's success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Stanford Hospital
08.2013 - Current
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- 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.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
Education
Associate of Science - Allied Health Science
Canada College
Redwood City, CA05-2023
High School Diploma -
Sequoia High School
Redwood City, CA06-2007
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Patient relationship building
- Vital sign monitoring
- Catheter care
- Electronic charting
- HIPAA
- Continuing education
- Records management
- Medical records management
- Patient care and safety
- Attention to detail
- Patient care quality
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
- First aid certification
- Medical terminology knowledge
Certification
*CNA certification
*BLS certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Stanford Hospital
08.2013 - Current
Associate of Science - Allied Health Science
Canada College
High School Diploma -
Sequoia High School
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