Alicia Saldana
Lake Havasu City,AZ
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with experience in patient care techniques and infection control protocols. Proven ability to educate families on safety measures and recognize changes in patient conditions, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Acacia Hospice
Lake Havasu City, Arizona
05.2024 - 11.2025
- Collaborates efficiently with families, caregivers, and hospice team
- Recognizing and reporting changes in the condition of the patient.
- Family education on comfort and safety measures.
- Dependable, patient-centered care approach.
- Post-mortem care.
- Accurate documentation and communication.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Caregiver
Gems Assisted Living
Lake Havasu City, Arizona
05.2024 - 10.2025
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Facilitated open dialogue with clients to understand their needs and preferences, ensuring personalized care and support.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Engaged residents in social and recreational activities.
- Documented resident care accurately in daily logs and reports.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
CNA
Havasu Nursing Center
Lake Havasu City, Arizona
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Supported emotional well-being of patients and families through active listening.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team members about patient needs.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nursing Assistant Program #5100
Lake Havasu City, AZ07-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting: Phlebotomy Training
Mohave Community College
Lake Havasu City, AZ12-2008
High School Diploma -
Telesis
Lake Havasu City, AZ06-2005
Skills
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient care techniques
- Care documentation
- Medication administration
- Infection control protocols
- Health and safety education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
Acacia Hospice
05.2024 - 11.2025
Caregiver
Gems Assisted Living
05.2024 - 10.2025
CNA
Havasu Nursing Center
05.2021 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Nursing Assistant Program #5100
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting: Phlebotomy Training
Mohave Community College
High School Diploma -
Telesis