Cledith Ventura
San Antonio
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant Pediatric Hem/Onc
Christus Children's Hospital of San Antonio
San Antonio
12.2025 - Current
- Supported nursing staff in delivering daily patient care and hygiene routines, enhancing patient comfort and well-being.
- Monitored patient vital signs, Cardiac rhythms and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to hematology/Oncology patients and their families.
- Performed clerical duties including electronic charting and preparing paperwork for vaccines, facilitating efficient communication with physicians and nursing staff.
- Tracking of unit supplies, to include ordering and stocking.
- Attended regularly scheduled meetings to discuss patient care strategies and team updates. and participating in unit council events.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for patients and families.
Emergency Room Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant
North Central Baptist Hospital
San Antonio
07.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing team.
- Assisted medical staff in patient assessments and emergency interventions.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and restocked as needed.
- Prepared treatment rooms and ensured proper sterilization of equipment.
- Trained new staff on emergency protocols and hospital procedures.
- Assisted with resuscitation efforts in life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by ensuring that necessary equipment was available.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Administered oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, wound dressings and splinting and casting per physician orders.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Performed quality assurance activities related to emergency room processes, protocols and equipment maintenance.
- Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.
- Facilitated communication between nurses, physicians and other healthcare providers involved in patient care.
- Ensured proper disposal of hazardous materials such as needles or contaminated linens.
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
Mental Health Technician
San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
San Antonio
06.2021 - 12.2025
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in daily living activities and personal care for patients.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to promote mental well-being.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
- Documented patient progress and participated in treatment planning meetings.
- Collaborated with nurses to ensure effective patient care delivery.
- Educated patients on coping strategies and resources available.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and crisis situations as they arose.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Contractor Brooke Army Medical Center
San Angelo
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks and hygiene routines.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients and their families.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Responded promptly to patient calls and requests for assistance.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Certified Nursing Assistant/MHT
Southwest General (Hospital Closed)
San Antonio
03.2013 - 11.2021
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Provided personal hygiene support to patients in hospital settings.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery plans.
- Supported mobility and physical therapy exercises for patient rehabilitation.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Patient Care Assistant CNA
Methodist Children's Hospital
San Antonio
03.2011 - 05.2017
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for pediatric patients.
- Participated in training new staff on caregiving techniques and hospital policies.
- Documented patient progress and care activities in electronic records.
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Helped maintain a clean environment in all areas assigned.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Critical Care Technician CNA Trauma ICU
University Hospital (LAID OFF)
San Antonio
04.2008 - 10.2011
- Operated and monitored life support systems and medical devices specific to the critical care setting.
- Provided bedside care to critically ill patients including administering medications and treatments as directed by physician or nurse.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving life-threatening conditions such as cardiac arrests or respiratory failure.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Administered oxygen therapy according to physician orders and monitored patient response.
- Performed therapeutic measures such as suctioning tracheostomy tubes, colostomy irrigations, wound dressings, bladder irrigation and catheterization.
- Assisted with insertion of arterial lines, central venous catheters and chest tubes under direct supervision of a registered nurse.
- Assisted in transferring patients from beds to wheelchairs and stretchers for transport purposes.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing per physician order using appropriate techniques.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals.
Education
EMT - EMT
EMSU
San Antonio, TX 07.2024 - 12.2024
Phlebotomist - Lab Tech
Austin Community College
Austin, TX 07.2007 - 07.2007
CNA - CNA
Quest College
San Antonio, TX 08.2005 - 08.2005
Memorial High School
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care coordination
- Patient charting
- Medical documentation
- Emergency response
- Infection control
- Nutritional support
- Patient education
- Crisis intervention
- Team collaboration
- Supply inventory management
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal communication
- Emotional support
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE
- PHLEBOTOMY
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant Pediatric Hem/Onc
Christus Children's Hospital of San Antonio
12.2025 - Current
EMT - EMT
EMSU
07.2024 - 12.2024
Emergency Room Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant
North Central Baptist Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Contractor Brooke Army Medical Center
01.2022 - 09.2024
Mental Health Technician
San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
06.2021 - 12.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant/MHT
Southwest General (Hospital Closed)
03.2013 - 11.2021
Patient Care Assistant CNA
Methodist Children's Hospital
03.2011 - 05.2017
Critical Care Technician CNA Trauma ICU
University Hospital (LAID OFF)
04.2008 - 10.2011
Phlebotomist - Lab Tech
Austin Community College
07.2007 - 07.2007
CNA - CNA
Quest College
08.2005 - 08.2005
Memorial High School