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Education
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Certification
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Accomplishments
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Alexandra Plascencia

San Diego,California

Summary

Compassionate health care assistant with extensive experience in delivering high-quality care to diverse patient populations. Proven ability to ensure patient safety and satisfaction through effective communication and support. Skilled in mobility assistance and patient hygiene, demonstrating exceptional time-management capabilities. Recognized for a professional demeanor and outstanding bedside manner in fast-paced healthcare environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Sharp Memorial Hospital
San Diego, CA
06.2025 - Current
  • Monitored and recorded patients' vital signs, including blood pressure and pulse, as directed.
  • Assisted patients with mobility challenges by providing support during walking and transferring.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
  • Helped maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
Chula Vista, California
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
  • Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
  • Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare
El Cajon, California
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
  • Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.

Supervisor

Starbucks
San Diego, California
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.

Administrative Assistant

Fiesta Pacific Products Inc.
San Diego, California
07.2018 - 10.2019
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification -

San Diego Medical College
San Diego, CA
08-2022

High School Diploma -

Bonita Vista Senior High School
Chula Vista, CA
06-2020

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Program (BSN)

National University
San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Infection control procedures
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Team collaboration
  • Direct patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Compassionate care

Clinical Experience

Foundations / Fundamentals of Nursing
National University — Grossmont Post Acute105 hours
• Performed basic assessments, ADLs, vital signs, documentation, and safe patient handling.
• Practiced foundational nursing skills: hygiene care, mobility, infection control, and therapeutic communication.

Medical–Surgical Nursing I
Sharp Coronado (Medical Surgical and ICU Units)105 hours

  • Conducted head‑to‑toe assessments and monitored patients with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Assisted with medication passes, glucose checks, and IV insertion under RN supervision.
  • Supported wound care and patient monitoring in both general med‑surg and ICU settings.

Medical–Surgical Nursing II
Sharp Grossmont (GI/GU & Cardiovascular/Respiratory Units) 105 hours

  • Delivered comprehensive patient care across specialized GI/GU and cardio/respiratory units.
  • Performed assessments, medication administration support, and IV therapy.
  • Managed higher patient loads with increased autonomy and clinical judgment.

Maternal–Newborn / Labor & Delivery

Sharp Grossmont Women's and Newborns 105 hours

  • Assisted in labor support, fetal monitoring, and maternal vital assessments.
  • Provided postpartum care including fundal checks, newborn assessments, and breastfeeding education.
  • Gained exposure to NICU, L&D, and postpartum units, supporting care for high‑risk mothers and neonates.

Certification


• BSL, CPR, and AED Certified

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

Sharp Employee of the Month in 2024

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

Sharp Memorial Hospital
06.2025 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
08.2023 - 06.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare
09.2022 - 08.2023

Supervisor

Starbucks
11.2021 - 08.2022

Administrative Assistant

Fiesta Pacific Products Inc.
07.2018 - 10.2019

Nursing Assistant Certification -

San Diego Medical College

High School Diploma -

Bonita Vista Senior High School

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Program (BSN)

National University