Joe Dimaano
Carson,CA
Summary
Ambitious, dedicated, and hardworking individual who thrives in team-oriented settings. Compassion and a caring personality.With seven years of comprehensive experience in hospital settings, including Emergency Department, Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, Cardiothoracic Stepdown, Orthopedics, and Surgical/Trauma Intensive Care Units and rehabilitation care center.I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to my team. I am seeking an opportunity where teamwork and safety standards are prioritized, enabling me to continue growing professionally while pursuing my passion for traveling and enjoying a fulfilling career as a healthcare provider.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
Covina, CA
12.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes, ensuring accurate patient records.
- Educating and help patients and families on health management techniques.
Nursing Assistant
Santa Monica Rehabilitation Center
Santa Monica, CA
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Managed care for stroke and respiratory failure patients during short- and long-term admissions.
- Assisted RN, LVN, Supporting patient comfort during procedures. Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure effective care delivery.
- Assisted with wound dressing changes. Supported turning and ambulation of clients. Provided wound care to enhance recovery.
- Facilitated assistance with activities of daily living to enhance client independence.
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during travel assignments in various nursing departments.
- Helping healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff promptly.
ED Tech
Mease Countryside Hospital
Safety Harbor, Florida
08.2022 - 10.2022
- I provided care to patients presenting to a community-based emergency room under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The facility specialized in emergency care for infants to geriatrics, mainly focusing on medical and surgical cases, but did see stable trauma cases from time to time. I assisted with the throughput of patients by ensuring they were placed in rooms promptly, obtained vital signs on arrival, obtained EKGs, and connected patients to cardiac monitors. Additionally, I assisted the nursing staff with the patient's care, including obtaining labs, urine specimens, and activities of daily living.
Patient Care Technician
Aya Healthcare
Princeton, New Jersey
02.2022 - 04.2022
- I provided care to patients admitted with primarily cardiac diagnoses but will, from time to time, see medical or surgical overflow when central telemetry was needed. I assisted or provided activities of daily living to my patients, obtained vital signs, stat and scheduled EKGs, and ensured telemetry monitors were in working order and patients were appropriately attached to the device. I assisted the registered nurse with the care of a team of patients as directed by them and under their supervision. I responded to emergencies on my unit and helped with tasks within my scope of practice, including capillary finger sticks for blood glucose monitoring, obtaining vital signs, defibrillator and monitoring equipment placement, and basic life support.
Nursing Assistant
University of Miami Health
Miami, Florida
11.2021 - 01.2022
- I provided care to pre and postoperative cardiothoracic surgical patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse (RN) on a Progressive Care/ICU step-down unit. Care of patients included, but was not limited to, assisting the RN with vital signs, capillary blood glucose monitoring, application of cardiac monitors, turning, bathing, and activities of daily living. Additional duties include preparing the patient rooms for admission and ambulating the patient multiple times daily with chest tube precautions and epicardial wire precautions.
Critical Care/ Clinical Partner
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, California
12.2019 - 11.2021
- I provided care to sick, injured, and postoperative patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Surgical and Trauma Intensive Care Unit. Maintenance of the patient includes but is not limited to assisting the RN with vital signs, capillary blood glucose monitoring, application of cardiac monitors, turning, bathing, and activities of daily living. Additional duties include preparing the patient rooms for admission, ensuring emergency supplies are stocked in the room, and equipment for departmental use is stocked and cleaned following service.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence St John's Health Center
Santa Monica, California
09.2019 - 11.2021
- I provided care to patients on a Per Diem case under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in a Medical-Surgical division with frequent floats to Progressive Cardiac Care Unit and PACU. Obtained vital signs and capillary glucose levels, gave baths and assisted or provided activities of daily living. Responded to emergencies on the unit as a resource for equipment management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beachwood Post-Acute Care and Rehab
Santa Monica, California
02.2019 - 11.2019
- I cared for stroke, and respiratory failure patients admitted for short to long-term rehabilitation. Assisted the RN, LVN, and RT with tracheostomy care, including suctioning and dressing changes, turning, wound care, and ambulation. Assisted clients with activities of daily living.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Private Caregiving
Los Angeles, CA
02.2012 - 05.2018
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to support client needs and enhance daily living skills.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and timely interventions for clients.
- Monitored and documented client progress, adjusting care strategies as necessary to improve outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new caregivers on best practices in special needs care and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with families to provide updates on client status and address concerns regarding care plans.
Steward/ Utility
Cleallia 2
Malta, MT
12.2010 - 05.2011
- Maintained cabin cleanliness and sanitation standards across all areas.
- Assisted kitchen staff by preparing utensils and equipment for meal preparation.
- Monitored stock levels and reported inventory needs to management.
Cabin Crew Member
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines
2nd Floor, 36 Broadway, London, SW1H 0BH.
01.2010 - 10.2010
- Ensured passenger safety and compliance with maritime regulations during all onboard activities.
- Delivered exceptional customer service & housekeeping .
- Collaborated with other crew team members to maintain efficient cabin operations and enhance guest experiences.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Nursing Education
St Jude College of Nursing
Panorama City, CA01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality, Major in Cruise-line Management
Lyceum of The Philippines University
Philippines03.2008
Skills
Bilingual
Nursing knowledge
Cultural competency
Effective communication
Electronic EPIC ,EMR,POC
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant: Arizona,California, Florida, and Oregon,Washington
- AHA Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers, BLS
- Management of Assaultive Behavior
- EKG/ECG Certification
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Santa Monica Rehabilitation Center
08.2025 - 01.2026
Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
12.2023 - Current
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Aya Healthcare
10.2022 - 07.2024
ED Tech
Mease Countryside Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022
Patient Care Technician
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - 04.2022
Nursing Assistant
University of Miami Health
11.2021 - 01.2022
Critical Care/ Clinical Partner
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
12.2019 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence St John's Health Center
09.2019 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beachwood Post-Acute Care and Rehab
02.2019 - 11.2019
Caregiver, Special Needs
Private Caregiving
02.2012 - 05.2018
Steward/ Utility
Cleallia 2
12.2010 - 05.2011
Cabin Crew Member
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines
01.2010 - 10.2010
Graduate Certificate - Nursing Education
St Jude College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality, Major in Cruise-line Management
Lyceum of The Philippines University