Andrea Marie Boss
San Diego,CA
Summary
Bilingual Certified Nursing Assistant with award-winning bedside manners and a focus on patient safety. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care and support during critical situations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
IHSS Public Authority
Riverside, California
06.2017 - Current
- Assisted in emergency response, facilitating swift and effective action during critical situations.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records systems.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Redlands Community Hospital
Redlands, California
11.2022 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to maintain safety during constant observation assignments.
- Took patient vital signs and reported abnormalities to the assigned RN.
- Prioritized total care patients; Q2 turns were completed and charted according to Hospital policy and procedures.
- Bed baths were given and barrier cream applied accordingly. Practiced safety measures keeping bedrail up and locked bed wheels; promoting a safe and welcoming environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and mobility support. Charted intake and output. Followed fluid restrictions accordingly.
- Passed Basic Arrhythmia Recognition Training
- I emptied catheters, and JP drains and charted the output immediately.
- Monitored client health status and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
CNA, Float Pool
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
San Diego, California
01.2014 - 04.2022
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients and families during treatments.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Informed patients on self-care practices and health management techniques to promote independence and improve health outcomes.
- Adapted quickly to varying unit needs within the float pool environment.
- Utilized electronic medical records system accurately to document all pertinent information.
- Prepared and served meals according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient care needs.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Ensured that all supplies were properly stocked on unit before beginning shift.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care needs.
- Responded to emergency situations using proper protocol and providing basic life support when needed.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests quickly.
- Contributed to development of individualized plans of care, enhancing patient treatment strategies and overall care coordination.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to CNA duties.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies.
- Reported changes in patients' condition to nursing staff.
- Performed range of motion exercises with immobile patients under direction of a licensed nurse.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in documentation.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting quickly to changing work environments.
- Transferred patients in wheelchairs or with gurneys to other units or departments within the facility.
- Delivered float pool coverage across multiple facilities, ensuring continuity of care in diverse settings.
- Cared for patients by changing linens, patient gown, cleaning rooms and beds with cavi wipes.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned patients using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to patients; then charted it accordingly.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- 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.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Collected and emptied patient bedpans regularly to ensure comfort and hygiene.
- Utilized bladder scanner to perform bladder volume index assessments for patient evaluation.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Literature
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA06-2004
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA06-1999
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
San Diego Miramar College
San Diego, CA06-1999
High School Diploma -
Clairemont Adult School
San Diego06-1996
Skills
- Award winning bedside manners
- Excellent patient care performance
- Bilingual Skills
- Safety protocols
- Constant Observer
- BART certified 2025
- Sitter skills
- Problem-solving techniques
- Emergency response training
- Team player
- Patient health documentation
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Redlands Community Hospital
11.2022 - 09.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
IHSS Public Authority
06.2017 - Current
CNA, Float Pool
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
01.2014 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Literature
San Diego State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
San Diego Mesa College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
San Diego Miramar College
High School Diploma -
Clairemont Adult School