Ronaldo Arabit
Torrance
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Driftwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
Torrance
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Elderly Caregiver
Rosalie Preston
Gardena
04.2014 - 11.2018
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Developed strong relationships with clients based on trust and respect.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations in a calm manner.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Organized recreational activities to promote physical and mental well-being of the elderly.
- Communicated effectively with family members on progress of client's health condition.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Encouraged social interaction between clients and their families.
Caregiver
Margie Duffy
Gardena
06.2013 - 07.2016
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Healthcare
H & R Healthcare School
6060 Manchester Avenue, #320 Los Angeles, CA03-2023
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Specimen collection
- Compassionate communication
- Emergency response
- Daily living assistance
- Emotional support
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Driftwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
07.2023 - 04.2024
Elderly Caregiver
Rosalie Preston
04.2014 - 11.2018
Caregiver
Margie Duffy
06.2013 - 07.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant - Healthcare
H & R Healthcare School