Cindy Claros
Silver Spring
Summary
With a proven track record at Noble In Home Care, I excel in delivering compassionate care and medication administration, ensuring patient safety and comfort. My expertise in patient assessments and strong interpersonal skills have significantly enhanced patient satisfaction. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance, I've consistently contributed to positive health outcomes in fast-paced environments. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Noble In Home Care
07.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Certified Medication Technician
Erickson's Living, RIDERWOOD VILLAGE
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
The Seneca
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Referenced patient care plan to feed, bathe, dress, take vital signs and promote other individualized care while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
- Documented bath record, bowel and bladder training, meal completion and flow sheets to support patient care plan.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior and reported developments to licensed nursing personnel.
- Changed incontinent patients and established verbal cueing for toileting, turning and repositioning to maintain skin integrity.
- Lifted, moved, transferred and transported patients using proper body mechanics to prevent accidents.
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Potomac Vally Nursing and Rehab
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Referenced patient care plan to feed, bathe, dress, take vital signs and promote other individualized care while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
- Documented bath record, bowel and bladder training, meal completion and flow sheets to support patient care plan.
- Changed incontinent patients and established verbal cueing for toileting, turning and repositioning to maintain skin integrity.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior and reported developments to licensed nursing personnel.
- Lifted, moved, transferred and transported patients using proper body mechanics to prevent accidents.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Supported needs of [20]+ residents under long-term care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
The Village of Rockville
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Referenced patient care plan to feed, bathe, dress, take vital signs and promote other individualized care while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
- Documented bath record, bowel and bladder training, meal completion and flow sheets to support patient care plan.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior and reported developments to licensed nursing personnel.
- Changed incontinent patients and established verbal cueing for toileting, turning and repositioning to maintain skin integrity.
- Lifted, moved, transferred and transported patients using proper body mechanics to prevent accidents.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Ingleside at King Farm
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Documented bath record, bowel and bladder training, meal completion and flow sheets to support patient care plan.
- Referenced patient care plan to feed, bathe, dress, take vital signs and promote other individualized care while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior and reported developments to licensed nursing personnel.
- Changed incontinent patients and established verbal cueing for toileting, turning and repositioning to maintain skin integrity.
- Lifted, moved, transferred and transported patients using proper body mechanics to prevent accidents.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Always Best Care Senior Care
05.2013 - 01.2015
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
Education
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Renaissance Career Institute
Miami, FL12.2024
Certified Geriatric Nurse Assistant - Nursing
Care Xpert Academy
Silver Spring, MD05.2021
Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD05.2012
High School Diploma -
Wheaton High School
Silver Spring, MD06.2008
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Documenting behaviors
- Patient-focused care
- Conducting intakes
- Recording vital signs
- Ambulation Assistance
- Compassionate caregiver
- Companionship and emotional support
- Trustworthy companion
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Patient Care
- Reliable team player
- Feeding Assistance
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Geriatric Care
- Patient relationship building
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Preparing meals
- Dressing assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Lifting
- HIPAA Compliance
- Continuing education
- Dosage Calculation
- Patient confidentiality
- Vital signs monitoring
- Daily living assistance
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Observation
- Medication Administration
- Resident support
- Regulatory Compliance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Noble In Home Care
07.2024 - Current
Certified Medication Technician
Erickson's Living, RIDERWOOD VILLAGE
12.2023 - 12.2024
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
The Seneca
10.2021 - 12.2022
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Potomac Vally Nursing and Rehab
10.2019 - 12.2020
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
The Village of Rockville
09.2017 - 12.2018
Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Ingleside at King Farm
12.2016 - 12.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Always Best Care Senior Care
05.2013 - 01.2015
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Renaissance Career Institute
Certified Geriatric Nurse Assistant - Nursing
Care Xpert Academy
Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing
Montgomery College
High School Diploma -
Wheaton High School
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