Graciela Figueroa
Wildomar,CA
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Within over 18 years of experience providing personalized patient care, Support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical and post-op cases in medical center environments. Delivers customized education to patients of diverse conditions and backgrounds. Excellent decision-making, time management and communication skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - Float Pool
Tri City Medical Center
Oceanside, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
Kindred Hospital Bay Area
La Mirada, CA
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
- Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies.
- Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies.
- Verified prescriptions and drug labels, documents and packages.
- Maintained clean and organized pharmacy shelving and work areas.
- Prepared prescription labels, promoting accuracy in medication administration and dosing.
- Completed and filed patient paperwork, updating records in system with insurance carrier changes and allergy information.
- Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
TRAVEL PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Kindred Hospital
Westminster, CA
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
Certified Nurse Assistant
The Covington - Skilled Nursing Facility
Aliso Viejo, CA
02.2007 - 02.2014
- Checked vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
- Observed patient behavior and reported any changes to the supervising nurse.
- Provided compassionate care to elderly, disabled and terminally ill individuals.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy Technician
SADDLEBACK COLLAGE
Mission Viejo, CA09-2022
Dysrhythmia For Monitor Technician, CA
FLEX ED- ON LINE
ON LINE -CLASS05-2017
Graduate Equivalency Degree (GED)
Capistrano Unified Adult Education Program
31351 El Camino Real, Juan Capistrano, CA 9267502-2014
Certified Nurse Assistant - (CNA)
COAST HEALTH CAREER COLLAGE
1741 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 9280402-2007
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Emergency Response
- Feeding Assistance
- Patient Education
- Mobility Assistance
- Bedsore prevention
Certification
- Certified Pharmacy Technician, CA - 187694
- Certified Nurse Assistant, CA - 00694312
- Certified Monitor Tech, CA
- Home Health Aid Certified, CA - 00213183
- BLS/American Heart Association / RQI: Expired 09/30/2026
Timeline
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - Float Pool
Tri City Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
Kindred Hospital Bay Area
08.2022 - 01.2023
TRAVEL PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Kindred Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2022
Certified Nurse Assistant
The Covington - Skilled Nursing Facility
02.2007 - 02.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy Technician
SADDLEBACK COLLAGE
- Certified Pharmacy Technician, CA - 187694
- Certified Nurse Assistant, CA - 00694312
- Certified Monitor Tech, CA
- Home Health Aid Certified, CA - 00213183
- BLS/American Heart Association / RQI: Expired 09/30/2026
Dysrhythmia For Monitor Technician, CA
FLEX ED- ON LINE
Graduate Equivalency Degree (GED)
Capistrano Unified Adult Education Program
Certified Nurse Assistant - (CNA)
COAST HEALTH CAREER COLLAGE
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