Nykia Rodriguez

**** ***** ***** ****** ************, Pennsylvania 19122 adrzbe@r.postjobfree.com C 717-***-**** I would love to have the opportunity as a Certified Nursing Assistant working with Senior Citizens. I have well-honed skills in assisting residents to live a dignified life by helping them in all activities of daily living. I am a compassionate and dependable CNA with hands-on experience in providing personal care to residents and clients who have any kind of health problems. I have 41 certificates in Dementia and Alzheimer and full experience with residents. I am a Outgoing team player who has a profound ability to communicate effectively at all levels of management. I am very proficient in prioritizing and completing tasks in a timely manner while demonstrating adaptability and flexibility. I have a natural ability to make patients feel at ease during Activities of daily living.

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EXPERIENCE

Conestoga View Nursing Home Lancaster, Pennsylvania January 7th 2019 - Present

● Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.

● Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.

● Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.

● Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.

● Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.

● Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.

● Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

● Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

● Maintained sanitary residents' and program rooms.

● Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.

● Assisted in cleansing enemas, catheterization and bladder irrigations.

● Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.

● Answered patient calls for care and feeding.

● Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease.

● Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.

● Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's’ condition or environment.

● Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.

● Provided a comforting and soothing environment.

● Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.

● Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows.

● Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being. Manor Care Nursing Home lancaster, Pennsylvania November 14,2017-September 18,2018 At Manor Care Nursing Home i worked on a special care unit such as a Dementia and Alzheimer's i have 41 Certificates in Dementia and Alzheimer's health, so i was able to put my education and skills to use. While working at Manor Care i was handed an opportunity at a chance of unit rotation to gain more work experience and learn more skills on different care units such as; Rehab,Psychiatric and Retirement floors. Below i listed some of my daily job duties i accomplished during a working day;

● Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.

● Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.

● Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.

● Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.

● Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.

● Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.

● Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

● Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

● Maintained sanitary residents' and program rooms.

● Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.

● Assisted in cleansing enemas, catheterization and bladder irrigations.

● Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.

● Answered patient calls for care and feeding.

● Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease.

● Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.

● Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's’ condition or environment.

● Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.

● Provided a comforting and soothing environment.

● Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.

● Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows.

● Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being. Conestoga View Nursing Home Lancaster, Pennsylvania March 14 2017 -September 26th 2017

● Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.

● Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.

● Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.

● Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.

● Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.

● Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.

● Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

● Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

● Maintained sanitary residents' and program rooms.

● Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.

● Assisted in cleansing enemas, catheterization and bladder irrigations.

● Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.

● Answered patient calls for care and feeding.

● Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease.

● Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.

● Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's’ condition or environment.

● Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.

● Provided a comforting and soothing environment.

● Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.

● Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows.

● Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being. Manor Care Nursing Home lancaster, Pennsylvania December 2014 - May 2016 At Manor Care Nursing Home i worked on a special care unit such as a Dementia and Alzheimer's i have 41 Certificates in Dementia and Alzheimer's health, so i was able to put my education and skills to use. While working at Manor Care i was handed an opportunity at a chance of unit rotation to gain more work experience and learn more skills on different care units such as; Rehab,Psychiatric and Retirement floors. Below i listed some of my daily job duties i accomplished during a working day;

● Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.

● Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.

● Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.

● Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.

● Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.

● Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.

● Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

● Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

● Maintained sanitary residents' and program rooms.

● Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.

● Assisted in cleansing enemas, catheterization and bladder irrigations.

● Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.

● Answered patient calls for care and feeding.

● Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease.

● Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.

● Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's’ condition or environment.

● Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.

● Provided a comforting and soothing environment.

● Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.

● Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows.

● Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being. Franklin And Marshall College Lancaster, Pennsylvania August 2012 - December 2012 Cashier And Line Chef

● Portioned, arranged, and garnished food, and served food to waiters or patrons

● Prepared daily food items, and cooked simple foods and beverages

● Placed food trays over food warmers for immediate service

● Prepared food items

● Prepared food trays for general and therapeutic diets, maintaining proper temperatures for hot and cold foods

● Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage

● Turned or stirred foods to ensure even cooking

● Communicated with other kitchen team members

Omni Dining Service Lancaster, Pennsylvania August 2006 - January 2008 Cashier And Food Server

● Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisor's' instructions.

● Verified that prepared food met all standards for quality and quantity.

● Placed food trays over food warmers for immediate service or stored them in refrigerated storage cabinets.

● Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations.

● Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices, portion control and presentation EDUCATION

Keystone Job Corps Drums, Pennsylvania September 2014 Certified Nursing Assistance

At Keystone job corps i had a great experience in a Nursing Assistant class where i was taught how to professionally care for Elders and Infants while working in a residients Home, Nursing home or a hospital setting. I gained so much hands on and educational experience while taking a class and doing clinical rotations at Nursing Home. I was also giving the privilege to learn about different Nutritions and took extra classes on Specialty care such as Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Below i listed some of the different certificate’s i obtained while studying at Keystone Job corps

● Pearson Vue Certified Nurse Assistant ( 09/2014)

● American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and Bloodborne pathogens

● American Red Cross Managing Stress, Your Heart Matters, Ergonomics, and Workplace Violence Awareness

● Penn State Nutrition links; Copper Ridge Institute Dementia Care

● Customer Service Certificate, Honor Student

● 41 Certificates in Alzheimer’s and Dementia care Phoenix Academy High School Lancaster, Pennsylvania June 2012 While attending Phoenix Academy High school i obtained my high school diploma Red Rock Job Corps Lopez, Pennsylvania February 2009 Office Administrator

While attending Red Rock Job Corps i had an great experience in working with computers and other office machines as everything was hands on. I was able to work on my communication and people skills i was also taught how to multitask in different work situations. Below i listed every skill and experience that i obtain;

● Proficient in writing and handling business correspondence

● Proven ability to organize personal work priorities

● Competent at filing and updating records

● Working knowledge of bookkeeping tasks

● Solid know how of general office procedures

● Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team Able to type at least 50 WPM

● Excellent organizational skills

● Expert in handling office equipment including copiers and fax machines

● Internet savvy with a proven expertise in using MS Office applications

● Excellent customer service orientation

SKILLS

● Vitals Monitoring

● Infection Control

● Patient Hygiene

● HIPPA Regulations

● Patient Transportation

● Sample Collection

● Catheter Care

● CPR/First Aid certified

● expert Patient-focused care Trustworthy companion

● Compassionate Compassionate caregiver Committed team player

● Dedicated hospice care Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge INTERESTS

● Cooking

● Reading

● Traveling

● Fashion

● History

REFERENCES

● Nea Morant 717-***-****

● Crystal Welch 717-***-****

● Charlotte M 717-***-****

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