Cenelito Valencia
West Covina,Ca
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Keck Medical Center of USC
11.2021 - Current
- Performed blood draws and basic laboratory tests to support diagnostic procedures
- Collected biological specimens from unit patients
- Escorted patients to X-ray and other diagnostic imaging processes
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop care plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Assisted patients with bathing and feeding for personal health and wellbeing
- Supported patients with eating, communicating, and other daily activities as needed
- Collaborated with team to deliver high-quality care and enhanced healthcare standards
- Monitored patient response to treatment plans and reported unusual findings to nurse supervisor
- Prepared for patient admissions by cleaning rooms and setting up ordered equipment for each patient’s needs
- Conducted rounds to check on patients, ensuring their needs were met promptly
- Delivered patient education on disease management and prevention techniques
- Prevented bedsores, consistently turning patients every [Number] hours
- Measured vital signs and updated chart with current information
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to healthcare team
- Resolved patient issues by quickly responding to calls and emergencies
- Served meals and assisted with self-feeding or directly fed individuals
- Assisted with mobility by turning, positioning and ambulating patients
- Participated in ongoing continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care delivery
- Replenished supplies and personal hygiene items in patient rooms
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on best practices in patient care
- Provided compassionate care and monitoring of patient vital signs during shifts
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing insights on patient care strategies
- Monitored current conditions, asked questions about health concerns and reported back to clinical team
- Ensured clean and safe environment for patients by sanitizing surfaces regularly and following infection control guidelines closely
Surgical Technologist Student
Queen of the Valley Hospital-OR
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Supported surgeons during operations by handing instruments, retracting tissue, and cutting sutures
- Set up and maintained sterile field and proper aseptic techniques throughout procedures
- Passed necessary instruments and supplies to surgeon during procedures in timely manner
- Completed required clinical hours under supervision of experienced Surgical Technologists for hands-on learning experiences
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients’ families regarding updates on surgery outcomes
- Cleaned operating rooms after surgeries, removing used equipment, linens, and disposing of waste appropriately
- Adapted quickly to new technologies or equipment introduced into operating room setting
- Managed sterile field during surgical procedures and employed optimal aseptic techniques
- Monitored patient vital signs throughout surgery, communicating any changes or concerns to surgical team
- Prepared, cared for, and disposed of biological specimens collected for laboratory analysis
- Restocked operating rooms with necessary supplies for upcoming procedures, maintaining inventory levels as needed
- Attended lectures, workshops, and conferences related to surgical technology trends and advancements for continued education purposes
- Protected patients through ongoing monitoring and proactive treatment adjustments
- Practiced proper gowning, gloving, and hand-washing techniques to maintain sterility standards in operating room at all times
- Protected patients by monitoring conditions during procedures and responding quickly to concerns
- Performed post-operative instrument counts and ensured proper disposal of sharps and biohazard materials
- Observed various types of surgeries to gain exposure to different techniques, specialties, and approaches within field
- Maintained accurate documentation of each surgical procedure for medical records and legal purposes
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies according to surgeon preferences
- Assessed patients’ physical conditions during surgeries by observing vitals and tracking responses
- Helped surgical team scrub in properly and done required gloves, masks and clothing
- Sterilized surgical tools and equipment before each operation to prevent infection and ensure patient safety
- Washed and sterilized equipment after procedures, using germicides, and sterilizing equipment
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in operating room to provide optimal patient care
- Performed manual labor tasks to detailed instructions from supervisors
- Organized files and records and handled other support tasks, freeing up managers to take on more pressing responsibilities
- Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace
- Planned and executed strategies to increase business and drive profit growth
- Complied with corporate regulations, policies and procedures to maximize safety, security and overall trust in organization and employees
Surgical Technologist Student
Internship-UC Irvine - Sterile Processing Department
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Restocked operating rooms with necessary supplies for upcoming procedures, maintaining inventory levels as needed
- Assisted surgeons during various surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment at all times
- Managed sterile field during surgical procedures and employed optimal aseptic techniques
- Attended lectures, workshops, and conferences related to surgical technology trends and advancements for continued education purposes
- Practiced proper gowning, gloving, and hand-washing techniques to maintain sterility standards in operating room at all times
- Cleaned operating rooms after surgeries, removing used equipment, linens, and disposing of waste appropriately
- Supported surgeons during operations by handing instruments, retracting tissue, and cutting sutures
- Identified issues and solutions to eliminate backlog and maximize workflows
Surgical Technologist Student
Queen of the Valley Hospital-GI
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Set up and maintained sterile field and proper aseptic techniques throughout procedures
- Passed necessary instruments and supplies to surgeon during procedures in timely manner
- Followed strict protocols regarding patient confidentiality when discussing cases or reviewing medical records
- Monitored patient vital signs throughout surgery, communicating any changes or concerns to surgical team
- Practiced proper gowning, gloving, and hand-washing techniques to maintain sterility standards in operating room at all times
- Sterilized surgical tools and equipment before each operation to prevent infection and ensure patient safety
- Washed and sterilized equipment after procedures, using germicides, and sterilizing equipment
- Assisted surgeons during various surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment at all times
- Restocked operating rooms with necessary supplies for upcoming procedures, maintaining inventory levels as needed
- Maintained proper supply levels and organized tools for easy access before each surgery
- Prepared, cared for, and disposed of biological specimens collected for laboratory analysis
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies according to surgeon preferences
- Protected patients by monitoring conditions during procedures and responding quickly to concerns
- Participated in pre-surgery briefings with surgical team to review patient information and plan operation
Certified Nursing Assistant
Emanate Health- Inter community Hospital
05.2008 - 04.2024
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to stay current with best practices in nursing assistance
- Assisted with activities of daily living to improve patient quality of life
- Transferred patients between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations
- Replenished supplies and personal hygiene items in patient rooms
- Minimized infection risk to staff and patients by cleaning and sanitizing rooms, equipment and tools
- Operated medical equipment like Hoyer lifts safely under appropriate supervision or guidance
- Supported patients with mobility, using assistive devices and safety techniques
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide holistic care
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing patient care tasks for optimal workflow
- Built friendly rapport with patients and delivered personalized care
- Assisted physical therapists with exercises and rehabilitation activities for patients recovering from injuries or surgeries
- Maintained clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols
- Resolved patient issues by quickly responding to calls and emergencies
- Collected biological specimens from unit patients
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance nursing assistant skills
- Exercised patients with restricted mobility to prevent muscle atrophy
- Kept patients comfortable with clean linens and well-stocked rooms
- Utilized electronic health record systems efficiently for documentation and patient monitoring
- Served meals and assisted with self-feeding or directly fed individuals
- Offered reminders to patients about medications, supplements and treatments
- Documented patient care by recording observations, interventions, and outcomes in medical records
- Assisted in collection of specimens for diagnostic testing
- Reported unusual behavior for improved care continuity
- Communicated effectively with diverse populations of patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Delivered specimens to laboratory and returned to unit with reports
- Changed bed linen regularly to help prevent skin irritation
- Worked alongside registered nursing staff and followed care plans
- Maintained clean and safe environment for patients by following infection control procedures
- Provided compassionate care to patients, maintaining their comfort and dignity
- Assisted with wound care procedures under direction of nursing staff
- Prevented bedsores, consistently turning patients every [Number] hours
- Implemented patient care plans effectively, contributing to positive health outcomes
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature on regular basis
- Positioned or held patients in position for surgical preparation and procedures
- Promoted independence while assisting with personal hygiene needs
- Conducted routine checks on bedridden patients to prevent bedsores or other complications
- Used initiative to respond quickly in emergency situations
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, building trust and rapport
- Helped patients to complete routine exercises to build mobility
- Enhanced patient physical recovery with emotional and social support
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting abnormalities to supervising nurse
- Demonstrated empathy and active listening in patient interactions
- Reported any changes in patient condition or behavior to supervising nurse promptly
- Followed all federal and state healthcare regulations and policies
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sierra View Care Center
01.2003 - 05.2008
- Minimized infection risk to staff and patients by cleaning and sanitizing rooms, equipment and tools
- Maintained clean and safe environment for patients by following infection control procedures
- Administered medications under supervision of nursing staff, ensuring accuracy and safety
- Provided compassionate care to patients, maintaining their comfort and dignity
- Delivered specimens to laboratory and returned to unit with reports
- Documented care actions, vitals, and orders in company software
- Performed wound care tasks such as cleaning, dressing changes, and monitoring healing progress
- Set up equipment for clinical team to use in treatment and diagnostics
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to stay current with best practices in nursing assistance
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing patient care tasks for optimal workflow
- Promoted independence while assisting with personal hygiene needs
- Assisted patients with limited mental and physical capacity in handling daily living tasks
- Recognized and reported changes in patient’s mental status to healthcare professionals
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on best practices in nursing care
- Documented patient care by recording observations, interventions, and outcomes in medical records
- Collected biological specimens from unit patients
- Monitored current conditions, asked questions about health concerns and reported back to clinical team
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting abnormalities to supervising nurse
- Helped patients to complete routine exercises to build mobility
- Kept rooms clean and ready to meet individual needs
- Transported patients using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance nursing assistant skills
- Utilized electronic health record systems efficiently for documentation and patient monitoring
- Reported any changes in patient condition or behavior to supervising nurse promptly
- Offered reminders to patients about medications, supplements and treatments
Education
Associate Degree of Surgical Technology - Surgery
Premiere Career College
Irwindale06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Baldwin Park Adult School
Baldwin Park03.2003
Skills
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Equipment set up
- Passing surgical tools
- Handle specimens
- Stress management
- Wound dressing techniques
- Patient confidentiality
- Written communication
- Leadership qualities
- Patient safety
- Collecting medical specimens
- Sterile processing support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication skills
- Workplace safety
- Sterile field preparation
- Proper specimen disposal
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Documentation and reporting
- Infection control
- Sterilization techniques
- Preoperative preparation
- Team building
- Surgical assistance
- Safety protocols expertise
- HIPAA proficiency
LANGUAGE
English - Conversational
Tagalog - Conversational
Certification
Certified Surgical Technology
Timeline
Surgical Technologist Student
Queen of the Valley Hospital-OR
08.2024 - 10.2024
Surgical Technologist Student
Internship-UC Irvine - Sterile Processing Department
07.2024 - 08.2024
Surgical Technologist Student
Queen of the Valley Hospital-GI
06.2024 - 06.2024
Patient Care Technician
Keck Medical Center of USC
11.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Emanate Health- Inter community Hospital
05.2008 - 04.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sierra View Care Center
01.2003 - 05.2008
Associate Degree of Surgical Technology - Surgery
Premiere Career College
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Baldwin Park Adult School