Destiny Rivera
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Caring CNA with 1 years and 4 months background in caring for elderly, disabled and injured patients in healthcare setting. Hands-on experience in performing routine tasks under direction of nurse staff. Established rapport of reliability and creating positive rapport with patients, family and staff.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing-assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, dementia, Parkinson's disease and other chronic illness.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Monitored feeding and drinking intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Completed daily rounds, and documenting vital signs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Supported needs of 12-16 + residents under long-term care.
CNA Clinicals
Pennybyrn Maryfield
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- 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.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Supported needs of 8 + residents under long-term care.
Medical Office Secretary
Private Practice
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Completed administrative patient intakes with case histories, insurance information and mandated forms.
- Registered new patients in electronic medical records prior to appointment scheduling. Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
- Verified insurance benefits or eligibility and documented in EWR system.
- Verified or obtained referral numbers or authorizations for upcoming appointments.
- Communicated with outside facilities for scheduling tests or surgeries.
- Organized patient files and records, ensuring easy access for healthcare providers when needed.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive patient information, adhering to HIPAA guidelines.
- Escorted patient from waiting area to triage area, ranging from patients with full to limited mobility.
- Provided excellent customer service while answering phone calls and assisting visitors at the front desk area.
- Located, checked in, and pulled medical records for patient appointments and incomplete charts.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
- Reviewed initial vital signs evaluations and lab specimens.
- Answered phone calls and messages for 100 calls for medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
Home Health Aide
Family Members
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe College
Bronx, NY12-2021
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe College
Bronx, NY08-2020
High School Diploma -
High School For Community Leadership
Jamaica, NY06-2017
Skills
- Basic life support
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control
- Bedsore prevention
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Administrative Skill
- Personal hygiene support
- Patient mobility support
- Wound care
- Activities of daily living ADL support
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Basic Food Safety/Food Handler's Card(varies by location)-State or local public health departments, necessary in settings where food handling occurs.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Nursing-assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2024 - Current
CNA Clinicals
Pennybyrn Maryfield
07.2024 - 08.2024
Medical Office Secretary
Private Practice
10.2023 - 01.2024
Home Health Aide
Family Members
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Basic Food Safety/Food Handler's Card(varies by location)-State or local public health departments, necessary in settings where food handling occurs.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe College
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe College
High School Diploma -
High School For Community Leadership
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