Destiny Garcia-Santana
Manorville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing student with a wide range of clinical experience. Competent in interdisciplinary teamwork, pharmaceutical delivery, therapeutic communication, and patient assessment. knowledgeable about helping people with developmental difficulties and helping them with everyday tasks. As a New Graduate Registered Nurse entering professional nursing practice, I'm committed to delivering safe, patient-centered care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
IGHL
Smithtown, NY
10.2021 - 09.2025
- Provided personalized support to individuals with developmental disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and independence.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Facilitated recreational activities that promoted social interaction and community integration for clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy University
The Bronx, NY05.2026
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Health and safety requirements
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Patient assessments
- Patient education
Certification
CPR & Basic Life Support (BLS)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
IGHL
10.2021 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy University