David Venegas
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Nursing Assistant with vast knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards. Expertise in developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric care facility residents.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level vocational nursing position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
AdventHealth
Bakersfield, CA
05.2024 - 03.2026
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and medical equipment.
- Implemented improvements in workflow efficiency within the nursing department.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Nursing Assistant
Valley Post Acute
Bakersfield, CA
12.2023 - 01.2026
- Trained new nursing assistants on protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Maintenance Technician
The Geo Group
McFarland, CA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of facility equipment to ensure optimal operation.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues, reducing downtime and improving workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to develop preventive maintenance schedules, enhancing equipment longevity.
- Assisted in training new staff on safety protocols and maintenance procedures to promote workplace safety culture.
- Coordinated with external vendors for specialized repairs and services, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
Machine Operator
Ross Distribution Center (RHDC)
Shafter, CA
10.2015 - 12.2022
- Offload, loading trailers, RF gun, forklift, shipping, marking tags, controlling warehouse lines, computer use, have also welded before, construction, janitor
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, performing routine maintenance to prevent downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and achieve daily targets.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Led troubleshooting efforts to resolve operational issues swiftly, minimizing disruptions.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
Picker
Placement Pros Temp Agency
Earlimart, CA
03.2015 - 07.2015
- Machine operator
- Operated warehouse equipment to efficiently pick and transport merchandise.
- Utilized handheld scanners to track inventory and improve picking accuracy.
- Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
- Scanned and verified UPC codes for all products to aid in identification.
Welders Helper/Laborer
Continental
Bakersfield, CA
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Construction, welding, buffing, grinding, fire watch
- Assisted welders in preparing materials and maintaining equipment for optimal performance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure a secure work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and improve project timelines.
- Inspected completed welds for quality assurance, ensuring adherence to s
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition.
- Mixed mortar and concrete.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
- Operated variety of power tools and hand tools.
- Unloaded and stored construction materials.
- Cleared work sites of hazardous items.
- Set up ladders and other access equipment.
- Dug trenches and backfill holes to prepare for construction site.
Education
High school diploma -
Bakersfield High School
Bakersfield, CA05-2014
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
High Desert Medical College
Bakersfield, CA03-2026
Skills
- Custodial Experience
- Communication
- Machining/ Troubleshooting
- Facilities Maintenance
- Forklift certification
- Customer service
- Shipping & Receiving
- Welding
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Recording vital signs
- Patient relationship building
- Healthcare ethics
- Supply restocking
- Hand and power tools
- Parts replacement
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Plumbing
- Active listening
- Data entry
- Injury prevention strategies
- Strength training techniques
- Exercise progression planning
Languages
English, Spanish - Fluent
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
AdventHealth
05.2024 - 03.2026
Nursing Assistant
Valley Post Acute
12.2023 - 01.2026
Maintenance Technician
The Geo Group
08.2023 - 12.2023
Machine Operator
Ross Distribution Center (RHDC)
10.2015 - 12.2022
Picker
Placement Pros Temp Agency
03.2015 - 07.2015
Welders Helper/Laborer
Continental
09.2014 - 01.2015
High school diploma -
Bakersfield High School
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
High Desert Medical College