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Cristo Vargas

Cristo Vargas

Elmhurst

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate nursing professional with hands-on experience from Amsterdam Nursing Home, adept at checking vital signs and ensuring patient comfort. Proven ability to collaborate effectively in fast-paced environments, delivering exceptional care while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Dedicated to continuous improvement and enhancing patient experiences through teamwork and strong communication skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

On-Demand Team Member

Target
New York
06.2024 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by assisting guests with answering questions, and resolving concerns efficiently and professionally.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Worked collaboratively with team members across departments to meet daily operational goals, and ensure smooth store operations.
  • Adapted to fast-paced environments, especially during peak hours, holidays, and promotional events.

Nursing Assistant Externship

Amsterdam Nursing Home
New York
02.2025 - 02.2025
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, grooming, bathing, and dressing.
  • Managed wheelchair transfers and the operation of the Hoyer lift, in addition to transporting patients.
  • Provided infection control and changed bedding.
  • Assisted with the patient's assessment, care planning, and meeting nutrition needs.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients with assistance to prevent bedsores, and foster comfort and relief.

Part-Time Cashier Assistant

Costco Wholesale Club
Rego Park
07.2022 - 04.2023
  • Ability to greet customers, answer inquiries, resolve complaints, and provide assistance promptly and professionally
  • Effective organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong team player, willing to collaborate and assist colleagues when needed
  • Effective communication skills are necessary to interact with fellow cashiers, supervisors, and other store personnel to ensure smooth operations and excellent customer service.

Program Participant

LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • Participated in a six-week project-based learning activity that addressed elements of Immigration
  • Learned methods for writing poems, short stories and current events
  • Helped in organizing and participating in youth-led community activism themed rally

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Biology

Hunter College
New York, NY
05-2027

Certificate - Nursing Assistant

New Age Training
New York, NY
02-2025

High School Diploma -

Long Island City High School
Astoria, NY
06.2022

Skills

  • Compassionate individual with adequate skills to attend to patients in various healthcare settings
  • Completely dedicated nursing professional
  • Checking vital signs for patients and their daily monitoring
  • Maintaining the privacy of patients by HIPAA regulations
  • Team collaboration
  • Continuous improvement

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Certified Nurse Assistant/Aide (CNA) Passed State Boards on 3/24/25
  • CPR and First Aid certified by American Heart Association - Valid until 2/2027

Timeline

Nursing Assistant Externship

Amsterdam Nursing Home
02.2025 - 02.2025

On-Demand Team Member

Target
06.2024 - Current

Part-Time Cashier Assistant

Costco Wholesale Club
07.2022 - 04.2023

Program Participant

LaGuardia Community College
07.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Human Biology

Hunter College

Certificate - Nursing Assistant

New Age Training

High School Diploma -

Long Island City High School

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