Candace saucedo
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Compassionate Criminal Justice student at the University of Washington with 7 years of patient advocacy experience as a CNA. Skilled in crisis intervention and active listening while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support vulnerable populations. Experience navigating complex social dynamics in high-pressure situations and applying a trauma-informed care perspective to advocacy and rehabilitation roles.
Overview
2
2
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
MultiCare Health
Tacoma, Washington
01.2010 - 11.2017
- Provided dedicated, high-quality patient care in a high-stress, fast-paced medical environment, utilizing strong active listening and de-escalation skills to support patients and families during critical situations.
- Managed crisis communications to ensure effective support during high-stress healthcare situations.
- Communicated compassionately and effectively with individuals from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and cognitive backgrounds, advocating directly for patients' comfort.
- Built relationships with diverse populations to promote understanding and advocacy for patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery and streamline communication.
- Partnered closely with doctors, nurses, and social workers to execute complex care plans, ensuring seamless communication across diverse, multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations by maintaining accurate documentation.
- Maintained meticulous, confidential electronic health records in strict compliance with HIPAA regulations and hospital policies, ensuring 100% data accuracy.
Education
Criminal Justice
University of Washington
Tacoma, WA01-2028
Associate of Applied Science - Psychology
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA09-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA08-2025
Skills
- Policy evaluation and research
- Qualitative analysis
- Case management strategies
- Patient assessment and care
- Cultural competence
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Data management
- Patient education initiatives
- HIPAA regulations compliance
- Collaborative teamwork
- Monitoring patient health
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
MultiCare Health
01.2010 - 11.2017
Criminal Justice
University of Washington
Associate of Applied Science - Psychology
Tacoma Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Clover Park Technical College