Evangeline Santiago
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Helpful Certified Nursing Assistant committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Bakersfield, CA
2010 - Current
- Conducts routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observes and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turns and repositions residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Renders hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Facilitates activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answers signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributes drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assists residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Uses mobility devices to transport patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kern Valley State Prison
Delano, CA
06.2010 - 09.2010
- Under medical or licensed nursing supervision, perform simple nursing tasks involved in the care of physically ill or disabled patients in a State correctional facility in the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, assist the physician or nurse with examination and treatments of patients, motivate and assist patients in developing and utilizing their maximum potential for self-care, maintain order and supervise the conduct of inmates, youthful offenders, or patients, protect and maintain the safety of persons and property, maintain security of work areas and work materials, and do other related work.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kern Medical Center
BAKERSFIELD, CA
2009 - 2010
- Performs routine, basic tasks related to the care and treatment of patients in an outpatient.
- Conducts routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Answers signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assists residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to the nurse.
- Facilitates activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
San Joaquin Community Hospital
BAKERSFIELD, CA
2004 - 2008
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Simi Valley Hospital
Simi Valley, CA
2002 - 2004
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Preferred College of Nursing (Oct. 2002-Apr.2003)
Panorama City, CABachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
Centro Escolar University (June 1994-April 1996)
Manila, PhilippinesBachelor of Science in Early Education
Santa Isabel College (June 1993-March 1994)
Taft, Manila, PhilippinesSkills
- Patient Relations
- Condition Monitoring
- Patient-focused care
- Monitoring fluids
- Mobility Assistance
- Direct Patient Care
- Transporting patients
- Electronic Charting
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Responding to emergencies
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Collecting vital signs
- Inpatient Care
- Compassionate
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Patient Assessments
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kern Valley State Prison
06.2010 - 09.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
2010 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kern Medical Center
2009 - 2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
San Joaquin Community Hospital
2004 - 2008
Certified Nursing Assistant
Simi Valley Hospital
2002 - 2004
Certified Nursing Assistant
Preferred College of Nursing (Oct. 2002-Apr.2003)
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
Centro Escolar University (June 1994-April 1996)
Bachelor of Science in Early Education
Santa Isabel College (June 1993-March 1994)
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