Alina McArthur
Hillsborough County,FL
Summary
A highly experienced, devoted, and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a decade of excellence in providing high-quality, direct patient-centered care to adult and geriatric populations across a diverse range of healthcare settings. Deeply committed to enhancing the quality of life for patients by providing attentive, respectful, and dignified care, while consistently upholding the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality. Seeking to contribute my skills, experience, and unwavering compassion to a healthcare team that values integrity, empathy, and making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician, Medical Surgical
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, FL
09.2025 - Current
- Provide high-quality direct patient care for a 26-bed medical-surgical telemetry unit, managing care for cardiac, post-operative, and medically complex patients while prioritizing safety and efficiency
- Obtained and monitored vital signs and patient condition changes, promptly reporting findings to nursing staff to support timely care interventions
- Perform 6-lead EKGs and ensure accurate lead placement for continuous cardiac monitoring by nursing staff
- Obtain blood glucose levels, bladder scans, specimen handling and patient weights
- Respond promptly to call lights, alarms, and patient requests, prioritizing care based on acuity
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adventist Health Skilled Nursing Unit
Sonora, CA
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided direct patient care including bathing, feeding, ambulating, and toileting for up to 13 patients per shift in a high-demand environment
- Effectively identified and responded to behavioral triggers using calm, patient-centered de-escalation techniques to ensure safety and comfort
- Took initiative to lead patient care and guide fellow CNAs during situations when supervisory guidance and team direction were unavailable
- Provided support and care for patients with behavioral, cognitive, and neurological disorders
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
Sonora, CA
08.2023 - 10.2023
Home Care Aide
Comfort Keepers
Sonora, CA
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Organized daily activities and companionship that significantly improved a client’s mood and reduced feelings of isolation.
- Assisted clients in managing chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension by monitoring diet, encouraging healthy habits, and providing timely medication and appointment reminders.
- Guided patients through mobility and physical therapies/exercises.
Caregiver/Medication Aide
Barber Station Senior Living
Boise, ID
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Administered daily medication following the dosage and parameters prescribed by a doctor or other medical professional.
- Monitored patients for changes in condition and reported adverse reactions to supervising Registered Nurse.
- Ensured accurate counting and safekeeping of all narcotics; performed change of shift narcotic counts.
Lead Caregiver/Medication Aide
Meridian Meadows Assisted Living Facility
Meridian, ID
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Ensured the safety, training, and performance of nursing assistants by providing clear guidance, supervision, and support throughout my tenure.
- Organized and led on-duty staff to ensure the completion of daily tasks in alignment with standard operating procedures, safety guidelines, and care protocols.
- Contributed to the personal and professional development of team members through mentorship, constructive feedback, and hands on training.
Caregiver/Medication Aide
You’re At Home Residential Care Facility
Meridian, ID
01.2020 - 01.2021
Caregiver/Medication Aide
Safe-Harbor Residential Care Facility
Concord, CA
06.2018 - 12.2019
Home Care Aide
Visiting Angels
Livermore, CA
09.2016 - 12.2019
Home Care Aide
Home Life Senior Care
Brentwood, CA
05.2015 - 09.2016
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Clinical Medical Assistant, EKG, And Phlebotomy
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL06-2026
Certificate of Technical Studies - Certified Nursing Assistant
SisU Care Education
Modesto, CA02.2023
Nursing Prerequisites -
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA07.2020
Skills
- Admission & Discharge Assistance
- Cultural Sensitivity
- CPR Certified
- Collaborative Teamwork
- EMR/EHR Proficiency
- Hospice & Palliative Care
- Infection Control Procedures
- Leadership & Initiative
- Medication Assistance
- Medical Terminology
- Multi-Tasking & Adaptability
- Patient Mobility & Transfer Techniques
- Vital Sign Monitoring
Certification
- FL Certified Nursing Assistant Expires 05/2026
- American Heart Association BLS Expires 06/2026
- Medication Technician Expires 07/2026
Timeline
Patient Care Technician, Medical Surgical
Tampa General Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adventist Health Skilled Nursing Unit
10.2023 - 06.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
08.2023 - 10.2023
Home Care Aide
Comfort Keepers
07.2022 - 07.2023
Caregiver/Medication Aide
Barber Station Senior Living
01.2022 - 07.2022
Lead Caregiver/Medication Aide
Meridian Meadows Assisted Living Facility
01.2021 - 01.2022
Caregiver/Medication Aide
You’re At Home Residential Care Facility
01.2020 - 01.2021
Caregiver/Medication Aide
Safe-Harbor Residential Care Facility
06.2018 - 12.2019
Home Care Aide
Visiting Angels
09.2016 - 12.2019
Home Care Aide
Home Life Senior Care
05.2015 - 09.2016
Certificate of Technical Studies - Clinical Medical Assistant, EKG, And Phlebotomy
Hillsborough Community College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Certified Nursing Assistant
SisU Care Education
Nursing Prerequisites -
Los Medanos College