Maria Valencia
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Valley Presbyterian Hospital, specializing in Ortho-Oncology. Proven ability in post-surgical mobility and patient advocacy, ensuring safety and emotional support for complex cases. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and BLS, fostering strong patient relationships to enhance recovery outcomes
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
Van Nuys
02.2016 - Current
- Provide specialized care for patients undergoing treatment for bone and soft tissue cancers and orthopedic surgeries.
- Coordinated complex patient transfers and mobility exercises to safeguard surgical site integrity and enhance patient safety.
- Monitored and communicated critical changes in patient status to RN, focusing on pain levels and post-op vitals for timely interventions.
- Ensured sterile and supportive environment for immunocompromised oncology patients, promoting healing and reducing infection risks.
- Currently specializing in Ortho-Oncology at Valley Presbyterian Hospital, providing expert bedside care for patients with complex musculoskeletal and oncological needs. Highly skilled in post-surgical mobility, patient safety, and compassionate end-of-life or recovery support.
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCLA Health
Westwood
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported nursing staff at a world-class academic medical center, adhering to the highest standards of clinical excellence.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
Mission Hills
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Delivered acute care in a fast-paced environment, assisting with admissions, discharges, and daily living activities.
Education
Spanish
Benito Juárez
Oaxaca , Mexico Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient relationship building
- Basic life support
- Mobility assistance
- Post-op surgical care
- Specialized positioning
- Vital signs
- Specimen collection
- Detailed EMR charting
- Fall prevention
- Infection control
- BLS/CPR
- Emotional support for oncology patients and their families
Certification
- California CNA License
- BLS (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Association
- CPR Certification - American Heart Association
Languages
- English
- Spanish, Native or Bilingual
- English, Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCLA Health
01.2023 - 01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2020
Nursing Assistant
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
02.2016 - Current
Spanish
Benito Juárez