Gabriela Samaniego
LVN
Porterville,CA
Summary
Dedicated nursing student currently working towards LVN in Carrington College. Solid understanding of role of nurses in interdisciplinary environments. Excellent clinical and people skills. Dedicated nursing professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Halo Specialized Home Care
Salinas, California
03.2022 - Current
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Medical Assistant
Salinas Valley State Prison
Soledad, CA
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations
- Ambulated, turned and positioned patients
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
Care Giver
Coalinga, CA
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs
- Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being
Community Health Representative
Tule River Indian Health Center, Inc
Porterville, CA
10.2013 - 05.2019
- Treated patients with acute and chronic health problems
- Educated public on preventive measures such as Diabetes to improve community health and reduce medical emergencies
- Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information
- Transported or accompanied clients to scheduled health appointments or referral sites
- Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions
- Coordinated medical care resources for underserved patients
Interpreter and Translator, Spanish Interpreter
Sierra View Medical Center
Porterville, CA
02.2010 - 03.2011
- Facilitated communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals involved in crimes such as witnesses, persons of interest and suspects
- Maintained message content, tone and emotion as closely as possible
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Sierra View Medical Center
Porterville, CA
03.2004 - 02.2010
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
Education
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CANo Degree - Nursing
Carrington College
San Jose, CASkills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Convalescence Support
- Critical Thinking
- Sound Judgment
- CPR Certification
- Bedside Care
- Patient Ambulation
- Medication Administration
- Caring Companionship
- Supportive Personality
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Attentive to People
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient care
Certification
CPR Certification
CPR Certification
First Aid Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
Halo Specialized Home Care
03.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Salinas Valley State Prison
03.2020 - 03.2021
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
Care Giver
10.2019 - 04.2020
Community Health Representative
Tule River Indian Health Center, Inc
10.2013 - 05.2019
Interpreter and Translator, Spanish Interpreter
Sierra View Medical Center
02.2010 - 03.2011
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Sierra View Medical Center
03.2004 - 02.2010
San Francisco State University
No Degree - Nursing
Carrington College
CPR Certification
CPR Certification
First Aid Certification
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