Teresa Carlos
Porterville
Summary
Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
CNA
Sierra Care - Subacute Care and Rehabilitation Fac
Springville
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents at the facility.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Administered medication according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at all times.
- Collaborated with family members to understand client needs and preferences.
- Documented care activities and client progress in daily logs accurately.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure the health and security of clients consistently.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
Education
Porterville Adult School
Porterville, CACertified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Porterville Adult School
Porterville, CA 08.2025 - 10.2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Infection control
- Daily living assistance
- Emotional support
- Basic life support
- Feeding assistance
- Time management
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Attention to detail
- Clinical documentation
- Bathing assistance
- Active listening
- End-of-life care
- Toileting assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Lifting and transferring
- Compassionate communication
- Health monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Dressing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- CPR certification
- Certified nursing assistant certificate
- Heart aid certificate
- OSHA 10 certificate
- First Aid
Timeline
CNA
Sierra Care - Subacute Care and Rehabilitation Fac
12.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Porterville Adult School
08.2025 - 10.2025
Porterville Adult School