Brenda Cortez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
California Hospital Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
CNA
Clearview Sanitarium
Gardena, CA
08.2019 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure.
Patient Care Taker
Julie
Seal Beach, CA
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Catering Coordinator
Panera Bread Inc.
Beverly Hills, CA
03.2015 - 04.2019
- Analyzed catering orders and liaised with staff to set up equipment, supplies and menus to meet client expectations.
- Communicated with customers to review catering goals and budget, deliver quotes and proposals, schedule event and carry out catering needs as contracted.
- Maintained extensive calendar of events and attended necessary event meetings and conference calls.
- Planned, scheduled and oversaw tastings allowing interested parties and clients to sample popular menu items prior to making selections.
Education
Certified - Certified Nurse Assistant
Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center
Los Angeles, CA06.2019
Skills
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Observation Documentation
- Mobility Assistance
- Nutrition and Diet
- Patient Care Quality
- First Aid Certification
- Time Management
- Excellent Team Player
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Certified CPR, American Red Cross - 2019
Timeline
CNA
California Hospital Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Patient Care Taker
Julie
10.2019 - 01.2021
CNA
Clearview Sanitarium
08.2019 - Current
Catering Coordinator
Panera Bread Inc.
03.2015 - 04.2019
Certified - Certified Nurse Assistant
Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center