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MELISSA K. VAZQUEZ

Bonita

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated new graduate nurse with CNA and caregiver experience, adaptable from working through the COVID-19 pandemic. Enthusiastic about continued learning and committed to providing safe, patient-centered care that supports patients and families.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Student

Clinical Rotation

Sharp Grossmont Hospital — 4E Medical-Surgical/Tele, Operating Room (105 hours)

Sharp Grossmont Hospital — L&D, Postpartum, NICU (105 Hours).

Sharp Grossmont Hospital — Behavioral Health Unit (105 hours)

Rady's Children's Hospital — 4E Medical AM II, Operating Room (105 hours)

UC San Diego Health — Population Health (90 hours)

Select Specialty Hospital — Foundations of Nursing (105 hours)




In-Home Supportive Services Caregiver

In-Home Supportive Services
08.2022 - Current
  • Maintain clean and sanitary environment for patient
  • Accompany and transport patients to medical appointments, assisting them in communicating with providers and understanding both care plans and medication instructions.
  • Assist patients with meals, snacks, and personal care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Balboa Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2020 - 08.2022
  • Assisted elderly patients and postoperative patients in ADLs.
  • Transported patients safely using Hoyer lifts and gait belts.
  • Observed and reported patients' conditions to registered nurses, and monitored vital signs.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to uphold infection control and safety measures throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Education

Bachelors Of Science - Nursing

National University
San Diego, CA

Associates Of Liberal Arts - Mathematics And Science

Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA
05.2022

Skills

  • Compassionate bedside manner
  • Therapeutic Communication
  • Interdisciplinary teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Patient assessments
  • Infection control standards
  • Supporting patients in accessing community resources
  • Patient education and discharge teaching
  • Epic EHR documentation

Certification

  • Basic Life Support -02/2024
  • Mental Health First Aid - Youth- 06/10/2025
  • Mental Health First Aid - Adult - 09/20/2025
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - 10/19/2025

Timeline

In-Home Supportive Services Caregiver

In-Home Supportive Services
08.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Balboa Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2020 - 08.2022

Associates Of Liberal Arts - Mathematics And Science

Southwestern College

Nursing Student

Clinical Rotation

Bachelors Of Science - Nursing

National University