Irma Nava
Fresno
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Oakwood Gardens Care Center, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Recognized for enhancing resident dignity and safety through effective communication and adherence to infection control protocols, while fostering a supportive environment that promotes independence and wellbeing.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
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.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakwood Gardens Care Center
Fresno, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Oversaw monitoring of vital signs and communicated changes to nursing staff for prompt interventions.
- Ensured cleanliness of patient areas by strictly adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records to support communication.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sierra Vista Health Care
1715 S Cedar Ave Fresno Ca
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pacific Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
577 S Peach Ave Fresno
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices for resident care delivery.
- Implemented strategies to enhance resident engagement in therapeutic activities.
- Advocated for residents' needs, coordinating with families and healthcare providers effectively.
- 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.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care From the Heart in Home Service
4769 Soquel Dr Soquel Ca 95073
02.2013 - 08.2018
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- 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.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pacific Coast Monor
1935 Wharf Rd Capitola Ca
06.2009 - 01.2013
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
Education
No Degree - General Education
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CAHigh School Diploma -
Aptos High School
Aptos, CA06.1998
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
Languages
Spanish/English
Professional Working
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Additional Information
References upon request
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakwood Gardens Care Center
08.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sierra Vista Health Care
04.2019 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pacific Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
12.2018 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care From the Heart in Home Service
02.2013 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pacific Coast Monor
06.2009 - 01.2013
No Degree - General Education
Cabrillo College
High School Diploma -
Aptos High School