Maria Contreras
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared for roles involving patient care and clinical support. Background includes hands-on experience in assisting with medical procedures and ensuring patient comfort. Recognized for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, with skills in patient assessment and care documentation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Dignity Health
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records, enhancing communication among team members.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Supported needs of 12+ patients in an acute care setting
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff promptly.
CNA
Brookdale Assisted Living
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12-2025
Associates In Allied Health -
Taft College
Taft, CA01-2023
High School Diploma -
Stockdale High School
Bakersfield, CA01-2013
Skills
- Catheter management
- Taking and recording vital signs
- Patient-centered care approach
- Collaborative teamwork
- Direct patient care
- Verbal and written communication
- Nursing assessments
- Activities of daily living
- Patient education
- Infection control standards
- Patient assessments
- HIPAA guidelines
- Care plan implementation
- Fluid monitoring
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant (Expires 2026)
- BLS- Basic Life Support (Expires 2026)
Timeline
CNA
Dignity Health
06.2020 - 05.2024
CNA
Brookdale Assisted Living
05.2018 - 06.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Bakersfield College
Associates In Allied Health -
Taft College
High School Diploma -
Stockdale High School