Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at Saint Alphonsus and West Valley Medical Center. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and crisis intervention, I excel in providing empathetic patient care while ensuring HIPAA compliance. Committed to enhancing patient well-being and safety through effective communication and timely responses to needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Saint Aphonsus
05.2019 - 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.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Mental Health Technician
West Valley Medical Center
06.2014 - 06.2017
Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.