Alyssa Perez
Summary
- Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven patient care and HIPAA compliance expertise, honed at The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center.
- Excelled in maintaining sterile environments and enhancing patient well-being through compassionate support and efficient transfer techniques.
- Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings.
- Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster a supportive environment for patients and staff.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
Lubbock, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Applied infection control techniques, including proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment, to maintain a sterile environment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing emotional distress or confusion.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Operated patient lift equipment to transfer individuals with mobility challenges safely.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Cashier
Lowes Market
Dimmitt, TX
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Country View Nursing Facility
Dimmitt, TX
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Applied infection control techniques, including proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment, to maintain a sterile environment.
- Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing emotional distress or confusion.
- Operated patient lift equipment to safely transfer individuals with mobility challenges.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and heart rate, to identify changes in patient health.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Education
Associate of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
South Plains College
Levelland, TX10-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
- Transfer techniques
- Patient relations
- CNA certification
- Compassionate
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
03.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Country View Nursing Facility
07.2023 - 01.2024
Cashier
Lowes Market
11.2022 - 07.2024
Associate of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
South Plains College