Christopher Gonzales
Calimesa
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Bilingual (fluent in Spanish).
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
RNA Certified
Plymouth Village Retirement Community
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of therapy session outcomes to track patients' progress towards treatment goals.
- Administered variety of therapeutic treatments to patients such as range of motion, progressive mobility exercises and speech therapy.
- Utilized approved restorative approaches and adhered to treatment plans in execution of patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients to identify needs and establish comfortability level throughout therapeutic exercises.
- Assisted patients in development of eating, dressing and grooming skills.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Plymouth Village Retirement Community
11.2016 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
Activities Assistant
Cedar Mountain Post Acute
02.2014 - 11.2019
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
Physical Trainer/Supervisor of Operations/Manager
Jack La Lane European Health Clubs
01.1980 - 03.1986
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Evaluated team member performance and productivity, provided feedback and implemented corrective actions.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
- Encouraged and promoted ideas aligned to business needs and benefits.
- Assisted customers with questions and problems to build brand loyalty and cultivate lasting business relationships.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colton High School
Colton, CA06.1981
Skills
- External quality assessment
Active in weight lifting, 5 days per week.
Staying focused and be consistent.
Timeline
RNA Certified
Plymouth Village Retirement Community
07.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Plymouth Village Retirement Community
11.2016 - Current
Activities Assistant
Cedar Mountain Post Acute
02.2014 - 11.2019
Physical Trainer/Supervisor of Operations/Manager
Jack La Lane European Health Clubs
01.1980 - 03.1986
High School Diploma -
Colton High School
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