Cecilia Amayo
Daly City,CA
Summary
Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in long term geriatric patients
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Prevention Nurse
Pacific Heights Transitional Care Center
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
Infection Control Nurse
Golden Pavilion Healthcare Center
Daly City, CA
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
- Optimized environmental cleaning procedures, resulting in decreased transmission of pathogens within the facility.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
- Educated patients and families about infectious disease prevention strategies, fostering increased understanding and engagement in self-care activities.
- Conducted thorough investigations of infection outbreaks, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
- Continuously maintained proper safety and took precautionary measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
- Coordinated with local public health agencies during community-based infectious disease outbreaks, providing expert guidance on containment efforts within the facility setting.
- Reduced infection rates by implementing and monitoring strict infection control protocols.
Charge Nurse/Supervisor
Heritage On The Marina
San Francisco, CA
02.2009 - 03.2023
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff, resulting in improved efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Mentored new nurses to ensure smooth transition into the team, fostering a positive work environment.
- Facilitated training sessions on new medical equipment and technology for nursing staff members.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring appropriate coverage and minimizing overtime costs.
- Implemented measures to reduce hospital-acquired infections, leading to an overall decrease in infection rates within the unit.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by regularly acknowledging accomplishments of both individual nurses as well as collaborative achievements.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Home Health & Hospice Nurse
Private Home Health & Hospice Care
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Developed strong relationships with community resources to facilitate referrals for additional support services when needed.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of new hospice admissions to determine eligibility for services based on Medicare guidelines.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and individualized care to hospice patients.
- Ensured seamless transitions between home, hospital, and hospice settings by coordinating services with multiple healthcare providers.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options and provided support during difficult decision-making processes.
- Identified and coordinated patient and family care to support patients and families in home or assisted living facility.
- Improved quality of life for terminally ill patients through personalized pain management plans.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care across all service providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient status, interventions, and outcomes to inform ongoing treatment decisions.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care for high-risk patients.
- Facilitated open communication among patients, families, and healthcare team members to promote optimal outcomes in end-of-life care.
- Helped to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with other health professionals.
- Initiated preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures and provided services ordered by physician as indicated in plan of care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
License Vocational Nurse
Tunnell Health Care
San Francisco, CA
10.2008 - 08.2009
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising [Job Title].
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
Education
Infection Prevention
CDPH Infection Prevention Training
San Francisco, CAInfection Control
SFDPH COVID 19 Preparedness And Management
San Francisco, CAConfidentiality Protecting Health Information
California Health Information Association
San Francisco, CAInfection Control And Epidemiology
APIC Association For Professionals in Infection
Arkansas City, ARInfection Control Seminars
MUIR LABS SFDPH - PharMerica
San Francisco, CADirector of Staff Development
POCAS
San Francisco, CALicense Vocational Nurse - License Vocational Nurse
California Nurses Vocational Institute
San Francisco, CA04.2008
Skills
- P>Patient Management
- P>Direct Patient Care
- P>Medical Records Management
- P>Patient Assessments
- P>Documenting intake
- P>Infection Control
- P>Prevention techniques
- P>Isolation precautions
- P>Infection Monitoring
- P>Surveillance
- P>Medical admissions process knowledge
- P>Continuing education requirements
- P>New hire on-boarding
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Family education
- Healthcare ethics
- Health promotion
- Wound management
- Care plan implementation
- Nursing staff leadership
- Home health care
- Geriatric care
- Palliative care
- Tracheostomy care
- Nursing assessments
- Medication reconciliation
- End-of-life care
- Patient advocacy
- Discharge planning
- Patient rights advocacy
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Direct nursing care
- Catheter maintenance
- Discharge coordination
- Patient safety monitoring
- Nursing staff development
- Charting medication administration
- Patient care and education
- Patient assessment and care
- Wound care
Personal Information
Title: License Vocational Nurse
Accomplishments
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
Certification
Infection Preventionist Nurse & Staff Developed Nurse
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Infection Prevention Nurse
Pacific Heights Transitional Care Center
01.2024 - 04.2025
Infection Control Nurse
Golden Pavilion Healthcare Center
04.2023 - 01.2024
Charge Nurse/Supervisor
Heritage On The Marina
02.2009 - 03.2023
License Vocational Nurse
Tunnell Health Care
10.2008 - 08.2009
Home Health & Hospice Nurse
Private Home Health & Hospice Care
08.2008 - 08.2010
Infection Prevention
CDPH Infection Prevention Training
Infection Control
SFDPH COVID 19 Preparedness And Management
Confidentiality Protecting Health Information
California Health Information Association
Infection Control And Epidemiology
APIC Association For Professionals in Infection
Infection Control Seminars
MUIR LABS SFDPH - PharMerica
Director of Staff Development
POCAS
License Vocational Nurse - License Vocational Nurse
California Nurses Vocational Institute