MONICA C. PERRETEN
Madera
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with over 10 years of experience delivering patient care in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and correctional settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring conditions, documenting care, and ensuring safety standards. Bilingual in English and Spanish, proficient in communication and patient advocacy.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Madera Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Madera
07.2018 - Current
- Provide direct patient care to residents in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting while promoting comfort, dignity, and safety.
- Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility needs.
- Obtain and document vital signs and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
- Assist with transfers, repositioning, fall prevention, and safe patient handling.
- Support individualized care plans and collaborate with nurses and healthcare team members.
- Maintain accurate documentation while following infection control and safety standards.
Certified Nursing Assistant (Registry)
California Central Women's Facility
Chowchilla
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Monitored patient conditions, obtained vital signs, and communicated concerns to nursing personnel.
- Assisted patients with personal care, mobility, hygiene, and daily living activities.
- Followed facility procedures while delivering quality patient care.
- Provided CNA services in a correctional healthcare environment while maintaining professionalism, safety, and confidentiality.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Madera Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Madera
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Delivered hands-on care to residents requiring assistance with daily activities and long-term care needs.
- Assisted with mobility, transfers, repositioning, and comfort measures.
- Documented care and communicated patient observations to licensed nursing staff.
- Assisted in creating a safe and supportive atmosphere for residents by implementing safety protocols and providing emotional support.
Peer Support Specialist
John W. Wells Youth Center
Madera
08.2013 - 01.2014
- Provided peer support, mentorship, and encouragement to youth participants.
- Assisted with community, educational, and recreational activities.
- Built positive relationships while promoting communication and personal growth.
Inventory Clerk Intern
Madera Community Hospital
Madera
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Coordinated inventory organization and supply tracking to enhance hospital department support.
- Maintained accurate records of medical supplies and facilitated organizational tasks for efficiency.
- Supported healthcare operations by ensuring supply availability.
Education
Diploma -
Madera South High School
Madera, CA 08.2008 - 01.2012
Biology Coursework
Madera Community College
Madera, CASkills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Safety & Fall Prevention
- Mobility assistance
- Infection prevention
- Dementia care
- Care Plan Implementation
- Electronic Documentation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Team Collaboration
- Patient support
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Active, California
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association (AHA)
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Madera Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
07.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (Registry)
California Central Women's Facility
03.2016 - 06.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Madera Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
03.2014 - 03.2016
Peer Support Specialist
John W. Wells Youth Center
08.2013 - 01.2014
Inventory Clerk Intern
Madera Community Hospital
06.2013 - 07.2013
Diploma -
Madera South High School
08.2008 - 01.2012
Biology Coursework
Madera Community College