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Kiesha Valdez

Ceres,CA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant and current Vocational Nursing student (expected graduation 09/2025) with a strong foundation in both clinical and administrative healthcare settings. Recognized for being reliable, kind, and highly attentive to patient needs—committed to responding to call lights within 5 minutes whenever possible. Experienced in hospice, geriatric, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, Alzheimer’s and dementia support. Proficient in wound care, catheter care, mobility assistance, feeding, bathing, toileting, repositioning, vital sign monitoring, and infection control. Known for maintaining patient dignity, promoting comfort, and effectively de-escalating anxious or confused behaviors. Former Medical Assistant with experience in pediatrics, family practice, cardiology, OB/GYN, urgent care, chiropractic, and telepsych. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with a passion for delivering culturally sensitive, patient-centered care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Clipboard Health
, CA
04.2025 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare staff.
  • Maintained clean and safe patient environments by following sanitation protocols.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Supported mobility by assisting patients with walking and transferring safely.
  • Adhered to safety guidelines while using medical equipment and supplies properly.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.

Student Vocational Nurse

Guardian Care and Rehab Center
Manteca, California
07.2025 - 09.2025
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance under licensed nurse supervision.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Administered medications and maintained accurate medication records for patients.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and dignity.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments following health protocols.
  • Observed patients for changes in condition or response to treatment.
  • Identified potential safety hazards and took appropriate action to rectify them.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all assigned duties performed.
  • Carried out therapeutic measures as delegated by a registered nurse.
  • Monitored intake, output levels of fluids, medications as directed by physician order.
  • Verified menu and current diet order to deliver meal trays and snacks to patient.
  • Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
  • Collected specimens for laboratory testing, including blood, urine, and sputum.
  • Assisted in patient care activities under supervision of registered nurse, including bathing, feeding, and dressing.

Student Vocational Nurse

Garden City Healthcare Center
Modesto, California
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Performed glucose testing and administered insulin under supervision.
  • Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
  • Administered oral and topical medications as directed by a healthcare provider.
  • Prepared and maintained patient rooms, ensuring a clean and safe environment.

Student vocational nurse clinical experiance

Oak Valley Nursing and Rehab
Oakdale, California
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Supported rehabilitation exercises to enhance mobility and recovery for patients.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living.
  • Carried out therapeutic measures as delegated by a registered nurse.
  • Performed vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure readings.
  • Monitored intake, output levels of fluids, medications as directed by physician order.
  • Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
  • Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.

Medical Assistant float

Golden Valley Health Centers
Atwater, California
08.2022 - 02.2024
  • Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
  • Assisted pediatricians during patient examinations and procedures.
  • Scheduled appointments and coordinated follow-up visits for patients.
  • Prepared examination rooms with necessary supplies and equipment.
  • Communicated effectively with children to ease anxiety during visits.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Administered vaccines, injections, and other treatments as directed by physicians.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
  • Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.

Front/Back Office Medical Assistant Externship

Modesto Dermatology Skin and Cancer Institute
Modesto, CA
05.2022 - 06.2022
  • Works within a team care environment to provide excellent patient care services within scope of practice as established by the Medical Board of California
  • Maintaining efficient patient care flow throughout the day
  • Providing continuity of care for the patient within the care team for that day
  • Collect and record patient data for vital signs, height, weight, and basic medical history
  • Patient preparation for procedures and assisting provider in such
  • Provide patient instructions and education upon authorization of the provider
  • Records performance of authorized patient treatment and care in the medical record, consistent with DCI
  • Input details about patient histories, physical examinations, medications and other information into physical or electronic charts.
  • Used electronic medical record software every day and developed advanced skills.
  • Followed clinicians throughout shift in high-volume, busy environments.
  • Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
  • Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.
  • Assisted surgeons in variety of minor and major surgical procedures.

Education

Nursing

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Modesto, CA
09-2025

Certificate of Completion in Clinical Medical Assisting CPR/First Aid HIPPA Injection Venipuncture -

San Joaquin Valley College
Salida, CA
06.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Natural Sciences & Biological Sciences

Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA

Skills

  • EMR Software
  • HIPPA / OSHA regulations
  • Proficient at reading EKGs
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Filing
  • Administer Injections
  • Capillary Punctures
  • Insurance Verification
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Medical Terminology
  • Charting take/record patient history/vital signs
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Sterile Techniques
  • Perform Venipunctures
  • Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Attention to detail
  • Patient care
  • Clinical procedures
  • Electronic health records
  • Time management
  • Infection control
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Condition monitoring
  • Patient management
  • Medical records management
  • Vital sign recording
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Reliable team player
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Patient relations
  • Infection control procedures
  • Colostomy care
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Quick problem solver
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient lifting
  • Activity planning
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Bedside manner
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Pediatric care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Interdisciplinary communication
  • G-tube care
  • Intake recording
  • Collecting specimens
  • Care plan implementation
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Transporting patients
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's care
  • Toileting assistance
  • Helping with medication
  • Geriatric care
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient relationship building
  • Dressing assistance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Safety precautions
  • Emergency response
  • Team collaboration
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Emergency care
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Diabetes management
  • Catheter care
  • Mental health nursing
  • Infection control standards
  • Pain assessment
  • Clinical judgment
  • Physician collaboration
  • Call responses
  • Activities of daily living adls
  • Patient advocacy
  • Medication administration
  • Nursing assessments
  • Care plan management
  • Fluid monitoring
  • Bandage care
  • Cultural history
  • Wound care
  • First aid and CPR
  • Wound management

Certification

Certified Nursing assistant - April 2025

AHA BLS- 11/16/2024 expires- 11/2026

Medical assistant certification of completion June 2022

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Student Vocational Nurse

Guardian Care and Rehab Center
07.2025 - 09.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Clipboard Health
04.2025 - Current

Student Vocational Nurse

Garden City Healthcare Center
04.2025 - 06.2025

Student vocational nurse clinical experiance

Oak Valley Nursing and Rehab
01.2025 - 03.2025

Medical Assistant float

Golden Valley Health Centers
08.2022 - 02.2024

Front/Back Office Medical Assistant Externship

Modesto Dermatology Skin and Cancer Institute
05.2022 - 06.2022

Nursing

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts

Certificate of Completion in Clinical Medical Assisting CPR/First Aid HIPPA Injection Venipuncture -

San Joaquin Valley College

Some College (No Degree) - Natural Sciences & Biological Sciences

Modesto Junior College

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