Lena Rivas
Littleton
Summary
I am a reliable, servicefocused nursing professional with excellent patientcare and charting skills gained through ten years of experience as a CNA. Very compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified (current).
Experienced Private Aide with background in providing high-quality personal care and assistance to clients. Possess strong skills in physical support, companionship, and housekeeping. Demonstrated ability to handle emergency situations effectively while maintaining client safety and comfort. Past roles have resulted in improved health outcomes due to consistent monitoring of vitals and successful medication administration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Aid
Private Residents
Denver
09.2016 - Current
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, and grooming needs.
- Provided basic patient care for patient.
- Prepared and served food.
- Transported patient to and from doctor appointments.
- Bathing
- Medication Reminders
- Personal Shopping
- Monitoring & Vitals
- Ordering Medication
- Managed household schedules, coordinating appointments and activities for residents.
- Prepared nutritious meals, adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Maintained a clean and organized living environment through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Provided companionship, fostering emotional well-being and social interaction for residents.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vi at Highland Ranch
Highlands Ranch
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Assisting and feeding all patients.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, and grooming needs.
- Maintained records of all patient care.
- Checked patient's vital signs, reporting anomalies to key medical personnel.
- Alzheimer's Care
- Personal Care
- Monitoring & Vitals
- Cueing
- Bathing & Grooming
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Supported therapeutic activities to promote resident engagement and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas and equipment.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and healthcare teams daily.
Home Health Aid
Wind Crest Assisted Living
Highlands Ranch
08.2011 - 11.2014
- Assisted with range of motion exercises.
- Provided patience with social and emotional support.
- Help patience with toilet and bathing needs.
- Changed bed linens, and changed out room.
- Medication Reminders
- Cueing
- Feeding & Laundry
- Range of Motion Exercise
- Housekeeping
Lead Care Manager
Sunrise Senior Living.
Denver
08.2000 - 10.2009
- Worked as a member of a team to provide patient care
- Ensured respirators were operating properly
- Provided assistance to nursing staff.
- Assisted with distributing medication.
- Resource Scheduling
- Alzheimer's Care
- Continence Care
- Memory Activities
Education
Nursing CNA -
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
Denver, ColoradoSkills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Dietary preparation
- Health documentation
- Team collaboration
- Scheduling coordination
- Companionship provision
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
Professional References
- Maria Teresa Barrett, 720.352.4771
- Maria Castillo, 720.366.1136
- Olga Thurston, 720.429.5662
Timeline
Private Aid
Private Residents
09.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vi at Highland Ranch
02.2015 - 06.2017
Home Health Aid
Wind Crest Assisted Living
08.2011 - 11.2014
Lead Care Manager
Sunrise Senior Living.
08.2000 - 10.2009
Nursing CNA -
Emily Griffith Opportunity School