Michelle Arteaga
Saint Paul
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
The Waters Of Highland Park
Saint Paul
08.2021 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to residents with daily living activities.
- Assisted residents with mobility and personal hygiene needs.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents at all times.
- Documented resident health and behavior observations accurately in care logs.
- Trained new staff on caregiving best practices and safety protocols.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Documented medication administration accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained medication storage areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
- Followed doctor and nurse instructions for medication management and charting of vital signs.
- Utilized technology such as EMRs and EHRs for charting purposes effectively.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all clinical encounters according to established standards of practice including charting in EMR systems.
Nursing Assistant
New Perspective Senior Living
Oakdale
08.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Communicated effectively with residents and their families to provide support.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
Skills
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Leadership
- Excellent communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Organization and time management
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Caregiver
The Waters Of Highland Park
08.2021 - Current
Nursing Assistant
New Perspective Senior Living
08.2021 - Current