Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at PIH Health Hospital - Whittier, excelling in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Leveraged empathy and direct patient care skills to enhance patient wellbeing, significantly reducing fall incidents. Collaborated effectively with nursing staff, advocating for patient needs and maintaining rigorous health record documentation.
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
02.2023 - Current
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.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
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.
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.
Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Sales Associate
TJ Max
01.2022 - 01.2023
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA
10-2028
Skills
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
English
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
Outdoor Recreation
Hiking
Gym Workouts
Swimming
Running
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
02.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
TJ Max
01.2022 - 01.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rio Hondo College
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