STEPHANIE ARELLANO
San Diego
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented CNA with extensive experience at Fredericka Manor Care Center, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to foster trusting relationships and enhance patient comfort while adhering to HIPAA compliance. Recognized for effective problem-solving and delivering high-quality support in challenging environments. Dedicated and cooperative individual with natural ability to connect with people, offering extensive skills in providing compassionate care and support. Demonstrates strong empathy, patience, and persuasive communication, ensuring positive and collaborative environment. Adept at working seamlessly with diverse teams to enhance patient well-being and comfort. Committed to delivering high-quality care through effective interpersonal interactions and genuine love for assisting others.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
CNA
Reo Vista Healthcare Center
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Demonstrated proficiency in patient transfer techniques using wheelchairs, gurneys and lifts.
- Contributed positively to team environment through effective problem solving strategies.
- Reported any change in patient condition promptly to the nurse supervisor.
- Respected patient privacy rights while providing care services.
- Assisted in admission, discharge and transfer activities as needed.
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, and blood in urine.
CNA
Fredericka Manor Care Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families.
- Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
- Contributed positively to team environment through effective problem solving strategies.
- Respected patient privacy rights while providing care services.
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Reported any change in patient condition promptly to the nurse supervisor.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Preparation for allied health
Southwestern College
08.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Compass Charter School
01.2020
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Time management
- Feeding assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Compassion and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
- End-of-life care
Certification
- CNA certification
- Basic Life Support
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Bilingual
References
References available upon request
Timeline
CNA
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
03.2025 - Current
CNA
Reo Vista Healthcare Center
12.2023 - 02.2025
CNA
Fredericka Manor Care Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Compass Charter School
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Preparation for allied health
Southwestern College
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