Marlen Saiz
Arizona City,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Habilitation Technician with a proven track record at ATPC, skilled in individualized care planning and behavioral support. Recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through effective teamwork and communication. Committed to fostering skill acquisition and community integration, while maintaining compliance with infection control standards and promoting patient dignity.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Habilitation Technician 3
ATPC
Coolidge, AZ
2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily living assistance for clients to elevate their quality of life. Managed medication administration for 10 members each day while delivering care to three individuals. Provided consistent caregiver support to foster overall health and wellness.
- Developed and executed tailored habilitation plans to enhance skill acquisition and promote behavioral growth.
- Spearheaded collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to evaluate client progress and enhance care strategies.
- Led educational initiatives focused on coping strategies and social skills development.
- Directed documentation processes to ensure accuracy in client interaction records and progress notes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Total Care Connections Inc
Tempe, AZ
2024 - 05.2024
- Supported patients in daily living tasks to enhance overall well-being and maintain dignity.
- Tracked vital signs and relayed significant changes to nursing staff to facilitate timely medical responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to enhance patient care through tailored care plans.
- Delivered comprehensive guidance to patients and families regarding health management and post-discharge care to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Managed patient record maintenance to guarantee adherence to confidentiality and regulatory requirements.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records, adhering to confidentiality and compliance standards.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety throughout the facility.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging medical situations.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and facility protocols for efficiency.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant Supervisor
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
Chula Vista, CA
12.2019 - 02.2022
- Managed nursing team activities to uphold quality care and enhance patient outcomes.
- Developed and delivered training sessions for new certified nursing assistants to ensure compliance with rigorous patient care protocols.
- Led initiatives to enhance patient care strategies, fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to improve service delivery.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs to facilitate timely responses from nursing staff.
- Redesigned workflow systems to improve operational efficiency and strengthen team collaboration.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing assistants to promote skill enhancement and career development.
- Created innovative educational materials aimed at enhancing ongoing professional development for team members.
- Performed regular audits to ensure compliance with safety regulations and infection control measures.
- Conducted comprehensive performance assessments and designed targeted training initiatives to improve employee efficiency.
- Facilitated dialogue between patients' families and healthcare providers to promote timely resolution of issues.
- Led initiatives to create and implement efficient policies and procedures for CNA operations.
- Performed in-depth analysis of data trends to facilitate strategic changes that enhance patient care quality.
- Designed and implemented educational workshops and seminars aimed at enhancing professional development for CNAs.
- Performed in-depth assessments to design personalized care plans that address individual needs.
- Facilitated in-depth candidate interviews to enhance recruitment effectiveness and support informed hiring decisions.
- Implemented strategic solutions to tackle complex challenges in patient care and staffing management.
- Performed in-depth evaluation of supply usage patterns to drive improvements in operational processes.
- Elevated standards of patient care through the application of evidence-based nursing practices and strict compliance with established protocols.
- Directed daily operational activities and guided certified nursing assistants to ensure high standards of patient satisfaction and effective care delivery.
- Developed and maintained relationships with patients and families to facilitate comprehension of treatment plans.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and infection control standards to promote a safe environment.
- Managed patient monitoring rounds to enhance response times for condition identification and intervention implementation.
- Assessed patient feedback to identify and rectify service delivery deficiencies.
- Developed and executed training programs for new hires aimed at improving team cohesion.
- Facilitated ongoing evaluations of regulatory requirements for CNAs to maintain alignment with best practices in the field.
- Fostered teamwork among healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Redesigned and analyzed workflow systems to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
- Facilitated improved team dynamics through strategic communication initiatives aimed at fostering empathy in patient and family engagements.
- Developed collaborative relationships with staff physicians and community organizations to improve quality of patient care.
- Implemented strategic recruitment and comprehensive training programs to strengthen team performance.
- Developed and enforced secure communication protocols aimed at enhancing patient privacy and building trust within healthcare environments.
- Led cross-functional teams in developing and implementing innovative patient care strategies.
- Performed systematic evaluations of facility conditions to enhance safety measures and mitigate risks.
- Supervised inventory records to enhance accuracy and streamlined supply ordering for operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented healthcare program aimed at enhancing patient engagement and care quality.
- Developed and enforced staff protocols aimed at maintaining safety and adhering to regulatory compliance.
- Created and delivered comprehensive training initiatives aimed at improving skill sets of newly certified nursing assistants.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient vital signs to support effective communication with nursing staff regarding any changes.
- Designed and executed patient care strategies to enhance overall health outcomes through collaborative efforts.
- Executed strategic improvements in workflow processes to optimize overall operational efficiency.
- Facilitated performance evaluations for nursing assistants to promote ongoing improvement.
- Created and curated training materials aimed at enhancing ongoing professional development for team members.
- Implemented performance evaluations and organized focused training sessions aimed at enhancing team productivity.
- Cultivated and sustained effective communication pathways to enhance collaboration among patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Engaged with nursing leadership to develop and execute policies aimed at improving patient satisfaction.
- Created and executed comprehensive training initiatives for CNAs to support professional development and maintain high competency standards.
- Implemented strategies to track supply usage and minimize waste, enhancing overall cost efficiency.
- Supervised certified nursing assistants to maintain high-quality patient care and support overall healthcare objectives.
- Developed and executed resolution strategies to address patient complaints, enhancing team collaboration for improved patient care.
- Conducted continuous assessments of patient health to support prompt and appropriate medical responses.
- Promoted in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements for CNAs to maintain adherence to established compliance standards.
- Managed nursing team operations to uphold high standards of patient care and safety.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for new certified nursing assistants to ensure adherence to best practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design patient care plans aimed at enhancing patient outcomes.
- Supervised monitoring of patient vital signs to ensure prompt communication of changes to nursing staff for effective care.
- Redesigned workflow systems to support enhanced team productivity and operational effectiveness.
- Managed nursing staff operations to ensure compliance with established patient care protocols.
Education
High School Diploma - Management
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZBachelor of Science - Biology
Universidad Autonoma De Sinaloa
Culiacán SinaloaGraduate Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant
Chula Vista Medical College
Chula Vista Ca04.2018
GED -
Cesar Chavez Community College
Logan Hills San Diego Ca04.2018
Skills
Reliability and punctuality
Professionalism and ethics
Personal hygiene assistance
Behavior management
Creativity and innovation
Crisis management
Resourcefulness and initiative
Therapeutic intervention
Individualized care planning
Goal implementation
Skill building
Strong work ethnic
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Excellent communication
Critical thinking
Direct patient care
CPR certification
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
HIPAA compliance
Active listening
Effective communication
Patient safety
Adaptability and flexibility
Punctual and dependable
Decision-making
Patient education
Self-driven and motivated
Certified in CPR/AED
Equipment safety
Electronic health records
Recordkeeping and documentation
Relationship building
Patient monitoring
Patient observation
Infection control standards
Sterilization techniques
Patient assessments
Feeding assistance
Team building
Patient positioning
Task prioritization
Specimen collection
Quality control procedures
Patient care coordination
Self motivation
Medication administration
Infection control
Medical terminology
Health promotion
Coaching and mentoring
Interpersonal skills
Analytical thinking
Documentation
Goal setting
Appointment scheduling
Patient services
Care plan development
Professionalism
Emergency care
Interpersonal communication
Professional bedside manner
Medical history documentation
Inpatient care
Staff supervision
Mobility assistance
Time management abilities
Certification
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- Area of expertise License - Timeframe
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant Supervisor
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
12.2019 - 02.2022
Habilitation Technician 3
ATPC
2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Total Care Connections Inc
2024 - 05.2024
High School Diploma - Management
Central Arizona College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Universidad Autonoma De Sinaloa
Graduate Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant
Chula Vista Medical College
GED -
Cesar Chavez Community College