Ariana Castaneda
Tustin
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adapt at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently at Newport Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Newport Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Caregiver
Atria Senior Living
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
Cashier
CVS
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Greeted customers entering the store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Student
Phlebotomy Summer Program
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained confidentiality in all interactions.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Enhanced classroom experience by utilizing multimedia presentations and interactive learning tools.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Color Club
Color Club
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations and a consistently positive environment for members.
- Promoted a clean learning environment by performing light custodial duties such as sweeping floors, wiping surfaces, and tidying up classrooms after activities.
Courtesy Clerk
Stater Bros
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
- Maintained cleanliness of store premises, resulting in an inviting shopping environment for customers.
- Helped maintain a positive store image by keeping entranceways clean, clear, and welcoming for customers.
- Assisted customers with large purchases by carrying items to vehicles.
- Returned unwanted items to correct store locations and restocked shelves.
Rescue Mission
Rescue Mission
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading local clean-up events.
Education
Associate of Science -
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA03.2025
Skills
- Coordinating well with others
- Attentive listener
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient safety protocols
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Patient care
- Time management
- Trustworthy companion
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
CNA
Newport Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Atria Senior Living
04.2023 - 08.2023
Student
Phlebotomy Summer Program
07.2022 - 08.2022
Cashier
CVS
10.2021 - 04.2023
Color Club
Color Club
08.2021 - 05.2022
Rescue Mission
Rescue Mission
10.2020 - 04.2021
Courtesy Clerk
Stater Bros
05.2020 - 10.2021
Associate of Science -
Santa Ana College
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