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Work History
Education
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Gladys Santiesteban

Miami

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Patient Care Technician (PCT) with extensive experience in various hospital settings, including adult and pediatric ICU, Respiratory, Telemetry, and Psychiatry. I have hands-on experience caring for ventilator-dependent and post-operative patients. I'm skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitoring vital signs, and ensuring accurate documentation.

My current role includes acting as a Sitter for patients under the Baker Act, as well as covering PCT positions across different hospital floors. I'm recognized for providing compassionate and effective care while collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure patient well-being.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Associate (PCA)

Jackson Health System
06.2025 - Current
  • I have experience and skill in providing patient care encompassing personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and vital signs. I am adept at assisting with procedures, utilizing specialized equipment, maintaining clean environments, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control guidelines. I demonstrate strong teamwork and patient-centered care.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Victoria Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
12.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provide comprehensive care to 10-12 residents per shift, ensuring hygiene, mobility, and proper nutrition.
  • Experience providing care for patients with tracheostomies, feeding tubes (feeding), and Foley catheters.
  • Monitor and record vital signs, identifying changes in patients' health conditions.
  • Collaborate with nurses and physicians to implement individualized care plans.
  • Operate medical equipment such as wheelchairs and Hoyer lifts for patient mobility.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Independent Contractor

Visiting Angels
11.2024 - 05.2025
  • Deliver compassionate home care for patients with dementia, prioritizing their safety and well-being.
  • Assist with ADLs, meal preparation, and therapeutic companionship.
  • Document patient activities and report observations to healthcare professionals.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Eternal Life Service Corp
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted bedridden patients with hygiene, feeding, and repositioning to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Monitored and reported changes in patients' health and behavior.

Caregiver

Private Care
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Provided personalized care to a private patient, including medication administration and mobility assistance.
  • Followed a prescribed care plan, ensuring adherence to medical guidelines and patient safety.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certificate -

FVI School of Nursing and Technology
Miami, FL
09.2024

PHL-Phlebotomy Training Program - undefined

FITI Florida International Training Institut
05.2025

Home Health Aide (HHA) Certificate - undefined

FVI School of Nursing and Technology
Miami, FL
07.2024

Basic Conversational English - undefined

Latin American University of Science and Technology (ULACIT)
05.2016

Bachelor's Degree - Mathematical Sciences

University of Pedagogical Sciences Enrique José Varona
07.1994

Skills

  • ADLs
  • Mobility assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Infection control
  • Effective communication
  • Personal hygiene
  • Pressure ulcer prevention
  • Use of medical equipment
  • Empathy
  • Teamwork
  • Feeding
  • Documentation

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Florida
  • Home Health Aide (HHA), Florida
  • CPR Certification

Language

English - Conversational
Spanish - Native

Additional Information

  • Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA/OSHA regulations.
  • Certifications in Alzheimer's and Dementia, HIV/AIDS, Infection Control, among others.
  • Competency in patient safety and medical error prevention.

Timeline

Patient Care Associate (PCA)

Jackson Health System
06.2025 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Victoria Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
12.2024 - 06.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Independent Contractor

Visiting Angels
11.2024 - 05.2025

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Eternal Life Service Corp
09.2024 - 12.2024

Caregiver

Private Care
03.2024 - 08.2024

PHL-Phlebotomy Training Program - undefined

FITI Florida International Training Institut

Home Health Aide (HHA) Certificate - undefined

FVI School of Nursing and Technology

Basic Conversational English - undefined

Latin American University of Science and Technology (ULACIT)

Bachelor's Degree - Mathematical Sciences

University of Pedagogical Sciences Enrique José Varona

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certificate -

FVI School of Nursing and Technology