Gissel Quiroz-Salazar
San Jose,CA
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level, 5 years of experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Certified Nursing Assistant
Children's Health of Northern California
06.2019 - Current
- Aided patients with their daily living activities to enhance overall comfort and wellbeing.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Medical Records
The Redwoods Post Acute
10.2021 - 06.2022
- I maintained records by keeping physical and electronic records up to date, accurate, and complete. I reviewed medical records thoroughly to evaluate potential compensability issues within the case framework. I also ensured client privacy by maintaining strict confidentiality of personal information and medical records.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Redwoods Postacute
05.2019 - 06.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Dietary Aide
The Redwoods Post Acute
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Meal preparation: Work with cooks and dietitians to prepare nutritious meals.
- Food safety: Ensure compliance with food safety. protocols and food handling techniques.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
Education
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
San Jose, CA02.2024
No Degree -
Mission College
Santa Clara, CA05.2022
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Southbay School of Nursing
San Jose, CA04.2019
High School Diploma -
Brawley Union High School
Brawley, CA06.2016
Skills
- Communication
- Reliable team player
- Documentation
- Compassionate
- Pediatric Care
- Safety Precautions
- Compassionate caregiver
- Electronic Charting
Certification
- PEARS
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Personal Information
Title: Certified nursing assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
References:
Hediyeh Shakeri RN, MSN
PICU Clinical Nurse at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
E-mail: hediyeh.shakeri@gmail.com
Tel: (650) 793-6790
Scott Suksawati, RRT
Respiratory Therapist at Stanford Hospital
E-mail: scottsuksawati@gmail.com
Tel:(408) 839-4160
Marisol Birbeck, RN, BSN
Charge Nurse at Saratoga Pediatric Subacute
E-mail: maribirbeck@gmail.com
Tel: (408) 823-9545
Timeline
Medical Records
The Redwoods Post Acute
10.2021 - 06.2022
Pediatric Certified Nursing Assistant
Children's Health of Northern California
06.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Redwoods Postacute
05.2019 - 06.2019
Dietary Aide
The Redwoods Post Acute
12.2018 - 05.2019
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
No Degree -
Mission College
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Southbay School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Brawley Union High School
- PEARS
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Nursing Assistant
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