Matthew Rego
Loris,SC
Summary
Experienced CNA with a strong background in patient care and critical thinking. Proven ability to streamline care coordination and collaborate with healthcare teams to implement individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
CommonSpirit Health
Lexington, KY
01.2013 - 08.2025
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted with mobility and transfers, promoting independence in patients' movements.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to support clinical decision-making.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement individualized care plans effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Mentored new CNAs, fostering a collaborative environment for skill development.
- Streamlined communication between departments to enhance patient care coordination.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
CNA
Auburn Regional Medical Center
Auburn, WA
01.2000 - 02.2012
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery strategies.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
CNA
Rainier Vista Healthcare Center
Puyallup, WA
06.1998 - 06.2000
- 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.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WASkills
Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Conflict resolution
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
CNA
CommonSpirit Health
01.2013 - 08.2025
CNA
Auburn Regional Medical Center
01.2000 - 02.2012
CNA
Rainier Vista Healthcare Center
06.1998 - 06.2000
High School Diploma -
South Puget Sound Community College