Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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MIA CRUZ

Monument Hospital
Las Vegas,USA
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience

Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Monument Hospital, excelling in patient care and EKG interpretation. Proven ability to enhance team efficiency through training and effective communication. Committed to maintaining high standards of clinical documentation and infection control, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety.

Work History

CMT

3 Years 6 Months
Monument Hospital | 02.2023 - 08.2026
  • Trained new staff on hospital procedures, enhancing team efficiency and knowledge sharing.
  • Read and and interpret heart rhythms
  • Monitoring patients heart rhythms and and reporting all or any changes
  • Having excellent communication with all staff to ensure patient safety
  • Being open to all ideas and being open minded to constructive criticism and feedback to maintain patient safety

CNA

1 Year 5 Months
Black Hills Surgical Hospital | 08.2021 - 01.2023
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Helping patients post OP surgery
  • Help with ambulating
  • Help with post surgery recovery (knee, hip, shoulder replacements)
  • Bladder scanning
  • Foley removal

CNA

3 Years 4 Months
Avantara Arrowhead | 04.2018 - 08.2021
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Documented patient care and progress accurately in electronic health records.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for resident care and safety procedures.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Worked with Alzheimers and dementia residents
  • Did end of life care and rehabilitation care

Life Guard/ Arcade Attendant

3 Years 4 Months
Watiki Water Park | 02.2014 - 06.2017

• Monitored pool activities to ensure safety and compliance with poop rules and regulations

•respond promptly to emergencies and apply first aid or cpr

• Trained new life guards, showing skills and knowledge of pool safety

•provided excellent customer service with engaging in customers and helping customers feel welcome and safe

•work registers, accuracy on money handling

Sales Associate

4 Months
Rue 21 | 09.2016 - 01.2017

•Assisted customers with product selections and provided excellent customer service

•maintained visual merchandising standards to enhance store appeal

•Handel the register accurately

•kept store neat and clean

Education

High School Diploma

Central High School | Rapid City, SD | 05.2017

Skills

Vital signs monitoring
Clinical documentation
Infection control protocols
EKG interpretation
Patient care excellence
Register experience
Preceptor experience
BLS certification

Certification

BLS

Timeline

CMT

Monument Hospital
02.2023 - 08.2026Read More

CNA

Black Hills Surgical Hospital
08.2021 - 01.2023Read More

CNA

Avantara Arrowhead
04.2018 - 08.2021Read More

Sales Associate

Rue 21
09.2016 - 01.2017Read More

Life Guard/ Arcade Attendant

Watiki Water Park
02.2014 - 06.2017Read More

Central High School

High School Diploma
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MIA CRUZ