Kaiana Santiago
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
Spark
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Monitored fuel level throughout shift and refueled when necessary.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Neuromedical Center Rehabilitation Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
VA Medical Center
New Orleans, LA
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- 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.
Travel CNA Assignment
RapidStaff
Marquette, MI
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Nursing Assistant
Landmark South Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2015 - 09.2021
- 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.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
EVS Technician
Jani King
05.2012 - 06.2015
- Collected and disposed of biohazard waste according to OSHA regulations.
- Cleaned, sanitized and organized facility to avoid spread of germs.
- Tracked inventory of cleaning supplies and ordered replacements.
- Collected soiled linens, made beds and transported items to laundry services.
Fine Jewelry Sales Associate
Sears Fine Jewelry
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2010 - 01.2012
- Cleaned jewelry cases daily with glass cleaner and dusters to keep displays pristine.
- Provided excellent service to customers through active engagement, direct eye contact and listening skills.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
Education
GED -
Christian Mccullen
09.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant -
MedAdvance-Training
Baton Rouge, LAPhlebotomy Technician -
Desiire School Of Phlebotomy
BLS/CPR
Skills
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Safe driving record
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Neuromedical Center Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Delivery Driver
Spark
06.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
VA Medical Center
02.2022 - 07.2023
Travel CNA Assignment
RapidStaff
11.2021 - 01.2022
Nursing Assistant
Landmark South Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2015 - 09.2021
EVS Technician
Jani King
05.2012 - 06.2015
Fine Jewelry Sales Associate
Sears Fine Jewelry
10.2010 - 01.2012
GED -
Christian Mccullen
Certified Nursing Assistant -
MedAdvance-Training
Phlebotomy Technician -
Desiire School Of Phlebotomy
BLS/CPR