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Alyssa Desir

Miami

Summary

Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my interest in the Certified Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Technician position at your hospital. I bring hands-on acute care experience, strong patient care skills, and a commitment to providing safe, compassionate care in fast-paced hospital environments.

Currently, I have experienced working as a CNA/PCT at AdventHealth Sebring, where I supported patients across Med-Surg, Telemetry, ICU step-down, and Emergency Department units as part of the float pool. I am experienced in Epic documentation, assisting with ADLs, monitoring vital signs, providing catheter care, and maintaining strict infection control and safety standards. I am also comfortable working 12-hour shifts and adapting quickly to changing patient needs.

I am a motivated nursing student on the LPN pathway and take pride in being dependable, professional, and patient-focused. I value teamwork and clear communication and strive to support both patients and nursing staff to ensure high-quality care.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to your healthcare team.

Sincerely,

Alyssa Desir

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

AdventHealth Sebring — CNA / PCT

AdventHealth
Sebring
01.2025 - 10.2025

  • Assisted patients with ADLs including bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
  • Safely repositioned, transferred, and ambulated patients using proper body mechanics.
  • Monitored and documented vital signs, height, weight, and intake/output.
  • Provided catheter care, specimen collection assistance, and patient prep for procedures.
  • Floated across Med-Surg, Telemetry, ICU step-down, and Emergency Department units.
  • Served as 1:1 patient sitter for high-risk or behavioral patients.
  • Documented all care accurately in Epic EMR.
  • Communicated changes in patient condition promptly to nursing staff.
  • Maintained infection control, fall prevention, and patient safety standards.
  • Experienced in 12-hour shifts in high-acuity hospital settings.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Highland Lake Center
Lakeland
10.2024 - 01.2025

  • Communicated effectively with residents and families regarding care plans and needs.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Provided compassionate hospice and end-of-life care.
  • Assisted with ADLs, restorative care, and range-of-motion exercises.
  • Monitored vital signs and patient status changes.
  • Documented care using Epic and electronic health records.
  • Floated between long-term care, rehab, memory care, and hospice units.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
01.2026 - 01.2026

Dade Prep Academy
Cutler Bay, FL

Skills

  • Epic EMR
  • Acute Care
  • ICU & ER Exposure
  • Patient Safety
  • ADLs
  • Catheter Care
  • Infection Control
  • Float Pool
  • 12-Hour Shifts
  • Team Communication
  • Electronic health records
  • Communication skills
  • Compassionate care
  • Wound care
  • Critical thinking
  • Basic life support
  • Emergency response
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Health monitoring
  • End-of-life care
  • Dressing assistance
  • Toileting assistance
  • EMR / EHR
  • Medical terminology
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Colostomy care
  • Reliable transportation
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Inpatient care
  • Pediatric care
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Preparing meals
  • Valid FLORIDA driver's license
  • Admitting support
  • Activity planning
  • Collecting specimens
  • Conducting intakes
  • Performing patient intakes
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Physical stamina
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Patient transfers
  • Bathing assistance
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Care plan implementation
  • Patient lifting

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
  • Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence, Intimate Partner Violence,
  • OSHA Hazard Communication and Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens,
  • AIDS/HIV One Hour, Current Evidence Based Practice
  • Patient Rights,Talking to Dementia Residents

Timeline

Associate of Science - Nursing

Miami Dade College
01.2026 - 01.2026

AdventHealth Sebring — CNA / PCT

AdventHealth
01.2025 - 10.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Highland Lake Center
10.2024 - 01.2025

Dade Prep Academy
Alyssa Desir