Alyssa Saldana
San Marcos,TX
Summary
I'm a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in managing full patient assignments in skilled rehab settings. Proficient in time-sensitive care coordination, infection control, and patient advocacy, contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hays Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
San Marcos, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Independently manage a full patient assignment on a skilled rehab unit, ensuring patients are prepared on time for therapy sessions, appointments, and daily care needs.
- Provide complete ADL care including showers, bed baths, toileting, dressing, and mobility assistance.
- Monitor and record vitals such as: temperature, blood pressure, blood-oxygen levels, intake, and output.
- Communicate changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Trained new staff on caregiving and facility protocols.
- Advocate for patient needs during shift handoffs.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answer call lights in a timely manner to support patient comfort and safety.
- Prevent pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Built strong relationships with residents through consistent, compassionate care.
- Assist nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes take place.
- Participate in fun group activities with patients to boost mood
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by assisting with transportation arrangements for patients.
- Consistently maintain a positive, calm attitude in fast-paced and high-pressure environments
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, TX12.2028
Skills
- Full ADL's
- Skilled/ Rehab patient care
- Dementia & memory care
- De-escalation & behavioral management
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Post-surgical support
- Time-sensitive care coordination
- High-volume workload management
- Call light responsiveness & prioritization
- Infection control & room sanitation
- Patient rapport & emotional support
Certification
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), State of Texas - Active
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association - Current
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hays Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
05.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College