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Destiny Garfias

Summary

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with diverse healthcare experience as a Private Caregiver, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), and Paraprofessional supporting pediatric, geriatric, behavioral health, and medically complex patients. Over 5 years of combined experience in direct patient care across skilled nursing, long-term care, home health, pediatric, and educational settings. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility and activities of daily living (ADLs), behavior intervention support, infection control, documentation, patient safety, and therapeutic communication. Hands-on clinical training in mental health, obstetric, and pediatric nursing rotations with experience in patient assessments, medication administration, interdisciplinary collaboration, and compassionate patient-centered care. Strong ability to adapt in fast-paced healthcare environments while maintaining professionalism, empathy, and quality care standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional/Special Education Instructional Aide

Zen Educate
Los Angeles
10.2025 - Current
  • Supported students with learning disabilities to reach academic goals.
  • Delivered individualized support during instructional time to enhance student engagement.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Facilitated personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support for students.

Paraprofessional/Paraprofessional Substitute

Vital Healthcare Staffing
Los Angeles
07.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated classroom activities and transitions for students with disabilities, promoting their engagement and participation.
  • Supported special education students with personalized learning strategies.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.

LVN Student Nurse

CNI College
Santa Ana
05.2025 - 05.2026
  • Supported patient assessments and monitored vital signs to ensure quality care during clinical rotations.
  • Administered medications and documented patient responses in electronic health records.
  • Operated medical instruments safely while delivering direct patient care to enhance comfort and recovery.
  • Tended to patient care needs by collecting vitals, dressing wounds, and managing catheters to promote healing.

CNA

Clipboard Health
Los Angeles
11.2023 - 08.2025
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, enhancing comfort and dignity during bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Responded promptly to patient call lights, ensuring timely assistance and fostering a supportive environment.

Caregiver

In Home Supportive Services
Los Angeles
02.2021 - 02.2023

• Provided one-on-one care for a medically complex client in a home setting

• Administered G-tube feedings, assisted with medication, suctioning, and breathing treatments for effective health management

• Supported mobility, hygiene, and daily routines to enhance client comfort and independence

• Promoted client independence and enhanced quality of life through personalized, compassionate care

Education

Vocational Nursing

CNI College
Santa Ana, CA
05-2026

Certified Nurse Assistant

Goodwill SOLAC
Long Beach, CA
08-2023

Medical Billing And Coding

UEI College
Gardena, CA
07-2021

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Maternity nursing
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Mental health nursing
  • G-tube care
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Electronic health records
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • • Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) – American Heart Association
    • Mandated Reporter & Child Safety Training
    • California AB1172 Behavior Training
    • Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
    • Bloodborne Pathogens Training
    • California Food Handler Certificate
    • Nurturing Parenting Program (Workshops 1–10): Child Development, Trauma-Informed Care, Positive Discipline, Emotional Regulation, Advocacy, and Family Support

Timeline

Paraprofessional/Special Education Instructional Aide

Zen Educate
10.2025 - Current

Paraprofessional/Paraprofessional Substitute

Vital Healthcare Staffing
07.2025 - Current

LVN Student Nurse

CNI College
05.2025 - 05.2026

CNA

Clipboard Health
11.2023 - 08.2025

Caregiver

In Home Supportive Services
02.2021 - 02.2023

Vocational Nursing

CNI College

Certified Nurse Assistant

Goodwill SOLAC

Medical Billing And Coding

UEI College
Destiny Garfias