Maria Garcia-Aldrich
Sioux City,IA
Summary
Developed essential skills in healthcare environment, including patient care, communication, and teamwork. Seeking to transition into new field where these transferrable skills can be applied effectively. Aiming to leverage these abilities to contribute meaningfully in dynamic and supportive workplace.
Dedicated and compassionate professional with a passion for working with children with disabilities. Skilled in fostering inclusive environments that support emotional, social, and developmental growth. Experienced in implementing individualized support strategies to empower children to reach their full potential. Strong communicator and collaborator with a proven ability to build trusting relationships with children, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Committed to advocating for accessibility and providing adaptive solutions to enhance learning and engagement opportunities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Opportunities Unlimited
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Medication Aide
Opportunities Unlimited
09.2020 - Current
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA05.2027
GED -
High School Equivalency Diploma
Iowa05.2024
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emotional support
- Medication administration
- Multitasking and organization
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - State Health Departments or Board of Nursing.
Timeline
CNA
Opportunities Unlimited
09.2020 - Current
Medication Aide
Opportunities Unlimited
09.2020 - Current
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Western Iowa Tech Community College
GED -
High School Equivalency Diploma
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