Catherine Stewart
Morro Bay
Summary
Certified nursing assistant offering several years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs. As a professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/Tech
Aya Healthcare - VCMC, Santa Paula, USC Keck
Ventura
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly and assisted patients with ADLs.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
Clinical Partner
Cedars Sinai Hospital
Los Angeles
10.2019 - 12.2023
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Documented all procedures on patients' charts in accordance with hospital policy.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during transport of patients from one area to another.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
EZ Staffing - LAC/USC
Los Angeles
08.2015 - 10.2019
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Education
Associate of Science - Health And Science
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA10-2019
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Infection control
- Specimen collection
- Emergency response
- Patient transport
- Patient assistance
- Problem-solving abilities
Accomplishments
- Leadership awards helping direct excellence in dynamics in patient care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/Tech
Aya Healthcare - VCMC, Santa Paula, USC Keck
08.2020 - Current
Clinical Partner
Cedars Sinai Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
EZ Staffing - LAC/USC
08.2015 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Health And Science
Azusa Pacific University
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