Mercedes Corona
Oceanside,CA
Summary
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri City Medical Center
Oceanside, CA
02.2025 - Current
- 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.
Unit Secretary
Tri city medical center
Oceanside
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Greeted visitors and patients in a courteous and friendly manner.
- Maintained patient records, medical histories, and other pertinent information in the hospital's computer system.
- Assisted nursing staff with administrative tasks such as , ordering supplies and preparing charts.
- Provided clerical support including filing, faxing, photocopying and data entry of patient information into electronic health record systems.
- Prepared documents for signature by physicians or other authorized personnel.
- Managed the front desk area ensuring neatness at all times.
- Collected discharge summaries from nurses or physicians before release of patients from the facility.
- Managed unit call reception and routed calls to correct department.
- Maintained strong and trusting rapport with patients and all healthcare staff to build relationships.
- Assisted doctors with documentation and phone calls at codes
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri city medical center
Oceanside, CA
03.2021 - 08.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly
Certified Nursing Assistant
Friends Of Hospice
Medford, OR
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members on various aspects of patient care including pain management strategies
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate
- Developed relationships with patients that promoted trust, compassion and dignity throughout hospice journey
Certified Nursing Assistant
LA fuente
Vista, CA
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Assisted in transferring patients from bed to wheelchair or other assistive devices
- Ensured that all supplies were stocked appropriately in order to provide quality care services
- Reported any changes in condition or behavior of the patient to supervisor immediately
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times
- Recorded patient information such as weight, food intake, fluid output and other observations accurately in medical chart
- Encouraged residents to participate in recreational activities within their physical limitations
- Assisted elderly patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Participated in team meetings related to resident care plans as required by state regulations
- Communicated with families about their loved ones' health status regularly
- Responded promptly to calls for assistance from patients or staff members
- Provided companionship to elderly patients by engaging in conversation and activities
- Followed established protocols for reporting any suspicious activity or abuse cases observed among residents
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for the residents of the nursing home
Finance Assistant / Receptionist
Mossy Nissan Oceanside
Oceanside, CA
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Processed payments received from customers in an accurate and timely manner
- Greeted customers, answered phone calls and emails to provide customer service
- Advised customers on financing options, warranties and other services available at the dealership
- Assisted in the showroom to answer questions about car models and features
- Prepared paperwork for sales transactions and ensured accuracy of information
- Finalized documentation for contracts, purchase receipts, vehicle registrations, and dealer files
- Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance
- Compiled data from various sources into organized reports for management review
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly
- Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel
Education
High School Diploma -
Ocean shores High School
01.2015
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Infection control procedures
- Transporting patients
- Electronic Charting
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Monitoring fluids
- Family support and assistance
- CPR
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient chart maintenance
- Telephone reception
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri City Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Unit Secretary
Tri city medical center
08.2024 - 02.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri city medical center
03.2021 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Friends Of Hospice
11.2019 - 02.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
LA fuente
01.2017 - 10.2019
Finance Assistant / Receptionist
Mossy Nissan Oceanside
01.2015 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Ocean shores High School