Clara Luz Paulino
Methuen
Summary
Healthcare professional committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
ABC Health Care Professional
01.2024 - 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.
Home Health Aide
Commonwealth Healthcare
01.2017 - 12.2023
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
CNA-
Merrimack Hospice
01.2016 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA
Colonial Heights Health Care
02.1987 - 08.2014
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
Nursing Assistant
Mary Immaculate Nursing Home
03.1984 - 11.1987
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Education
Home Management
Greater Lawrence Technical School
Andover, MA06-1986
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Perfect Attendance
Fully bilingual-Spanish and English
Microsoft Office Proficient
Compassionate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
ABC Health Care Professional
01.2024 - Current
Home Health Aide
Commonwealth Healthcare
01.2017 - 12.2023
CNA-
Merrimack Hospice
01.2016 - 12.2023
CNA
Colonial Heights Health Care
02.1987 - 08.2014
Nursing Assistant
Mary Immaculate Nursing Home
03.1984 - 11.1987
Home Management
Greater Lawrence Technical School
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