DIANA CARDENAS
Baptist Medical Center Clay
Orange Park,FL
2
Certifications
13
years of professional experience
Registered Nurse and CNA drawing on bedside care experience across med-surg, trauma, and ICU settings to support safe, timely patient care. Brings vital signs monitoring, mobility support, hygiene care, and patient transfer experience from fast-moving hospital units, along with BLS certification and bilingual Spanish-English communication. Positioned to contribute clear bedside observation, responsive teamwork, and steady support for changing patient needs.
Work History
Registered Nurse
1 Year 3 Months- Administer medications safely while verifying orders, timing, and patient response according to clinical guidelines.
- Monitor vital signs and recognize changes that require prompt follow-up or escalation.
- Implement care plans in coordination with physicians and support staff to address patient needs.
- Document patient status, interventions, and responses clearly in the electronic health record.
CNA
2 Years 6 Months- Monitored 9 patients per shift and supported timely bedside care on a medical-surgical unit.
- Assisted with patient assessment, infection control, and comfort measures to support daily care routines.
- Documented care activities in the electronic health record and communicated updates to the nursing team.
- Supported medication administration, telemetry monitoring, and care plan implementation under nursing direction.
CNA
1 Year 4 Months- Performed patient assessments and documented care details in the electronic health record to support continuity of care.
- Maintained infection control practices and followed unit protocols in a high-acuity hospital setting.
- Communicated with Spanish-speaking patients and families to explain care instructions and reinforce patient education.
3 Years 8 Months
- Repositioned the patient and maintained bedding to prevent bedsores and reduce discomfort.
- Performed daily range-of-motion exercises to support mobility and flexibility.
- Provided bathing and grooming assistance to maintain personal hygiene and comfort.
- Prepared the room with blankets, pillows, medical equipment, and bathroom supplies before care.
- Transported and accompanied the patient to medical appointments and shopping trips.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - CNA
Graphic Designer - Graphic and Digital Design
- High school
Skills
Patient assessment
Vital signs monitoring
Telemetry monitoring
Medication administration
Infection control
Bilingual Spanish
Patient education
Care plan implementation
Electronic health record documentation
Shift coordination
Certification
Basic life Support qualified (current can provide certificate)
Interests
Read
Dance
Gardening
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center Clay
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
CNA
Baptist Medical Center Clay
12.2022 - 06.2025Read More
CNA
HCA Orange Park Florida
10.2021 - 02.2023Read More
Vicky Watkins (Private CNA)
09.2013 - 05.2017Read More
Colegio Padre Manyanet
from High school
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Academia Superior de Artes
Graphic Designer from Graphic and Digital Design
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Cambrige Medical Institute inc.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) from CNA
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ST. Johns River State College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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