Monica Grimaldo
Red Rock,AZ
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with experience at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, excelling in vital sign monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to provide emotional support and collaborate effectively with teams, ensuring a safe and compassionate environment for patients. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through exceptional customer service and adherence to infection control protocols. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Courteous nurse technician with several years of comprehensive experience working in a clinical setting and providing topnotch patient care and services to several patients per shift. Well-versed in assisting patients with basic personal care while offering kindness and respect. Expertise in providing wound and ostomy care. Adept at checking vitals and recording intake and output information.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Tech Ill
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Tucson, AZ
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient areas and equipment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped patients walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Classroom Teacher's Aide
Red Rock Elementary School District
Red Rock, AZ
07.2016 - 10.2025
- Assisted teachers in daily classroom activities and lesson preparations.
- Supported students with special needs during instructional time and assessments.
- Organized educational materials and resources for effective classroom management.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom routines to maintain a structured learning environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Garey High School
Pomona, CA06-2003
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Mobility assistance
- Patient documentation
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Daily living activities
- Patient privacy
Timeline
Nurse Tech Ill
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Classroom Teacher's Aide
Red Rock Elementary School District
07.2016 - 10.2025
High School Diploma -
Garey High School