Hi, I’m
MARICELA VIDRIO
CNA, HHA, RECEPTIONIST
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with 10+ years of experience in providing exceptional patient care in a hospital setting. Adept at working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude. Passionate about providing quality care to patients.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Cross Country Medical Staffing - John Muir Health Concord, CA
PATIENT TRANSPORTER/ CNA (SURGERY)
08.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Preparing patients for surgery by assuring all consent forms and orders are signed and filed in their chart
- Identified patient ID bands are same as their chart, gathered and documented belongings
- Transported them from pre-op to the surgery room, and from post-op back to the ordered location (inpatient or outpatient)
- Disinfected all gurneys and dressed with clean linens after each use and returned to same day surgery unit.
- Replaced gurneys with inpatient bed before end of surgery (air beds, trapeze beds, bariatric beds, etc.)
- Used Epic systems, power chart for documentation.
- Answered and /or transfer phone calls and took written and oral order
- Took Vital signs pre & post surgery.
- Prepared surgery sites according to surgery type
- Prepared patients for Open Heart surgeries, knee and hip replacements etc.
- Collaborated with other departments such as endoscopy, Cath lab, medical surgical, intensive care and telemetry units for transportation.
- Properly handled oxygen tanks, IV pumps, IV drips, and monitors during transport
- Lab runs for Plasma or Blood, transported specimens and biopsies to Pathology.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient transportation to enable tracking history and report to management.
- Supported patients in bathing, dressing and grooming for promotion of health and cleanliness.
- Checked patient rooms for adequate linens and supplies and restocked as necessary.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
Northbay HealthcareFairfield, CA
UNIT CLERK/TELEMETRY TECH
09.2018 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Answered multi-line telephone system, answered patients "call lights" and directed calls to staff.
- Prepared admissions chart, Arranged discharges and patient transportations
- Scanned patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
- Provided clerical support, addressing routines and assigned assignment
- Coordinated diagnostic tests, collection of samples and transportation to scanning rooms with other depts.
- Ordered and Stocked unit medical supplies
- Monitored and communicated patient dietary orders
- .Observed and evaluated cardiac activity and reported changes to medical staff, added telemetry strips to charts
NorthBay Medical CenterFairfield, CA
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT/ UNIT CLERK
06.2011 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Respectfully provided Compassionate, high-quality, direct patient care to up to 30 patients on med-surg unit
- Reported to nursing staff and other CNAs
- Electronically Documented on EPIC, Cerner, PowerChart
- Displayed strong observational skills by paying attention to detail and use of proper judgement when assessing pt vital signs, pain levels, ability to perform activities ect.
- Preserved patient dignity and privacy when assisting patients in bathing, dressing and grooming for promotion of health and cleanliness.
- Proactively increased patient safety by following an Hourly Rounding check, attending to call lights, utilizing informational whiteboards, or 1-1 supervised care
- Accurately record of intake and output; Nutrition Calorie Counts, diet or fluid restrictions, drains etc.
- Safely transfer and transport patients in w/c, gurney using assistive devices (pink-slips, gait belts, lifts, etc.)
- Transported patients to other departments
- Collaborated with PT, OT, ST as needed
- Collected ordered specimens and delivered to lab
- Performed daily bedside rounds to check on patient status, well-being, and pain levels.
- Checked patient rooms for adequate linens and supplies and restocked as necessary.
- Delivered meals and snacks to patients in accordance with dietary requirements.
- Aided patients with wound and pressure sore care, alleviating pain and stress.
Education
Napa Valley CollegeNapa, CA
from Nursing Assistance
10.2009
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Confidentiality
- Infection Control
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Healthcare Administration
- Staff/Schedule Coordination
- Basic Life Support/ First Aid Certification
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Interpersonal Skills
- Strong Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Physical Stamina and Heavy Lifting
- Environmental Policies Compliance
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Microsoft Outlook
- Palliative Care
- Intercultural Competence
- Calm Under Stress
- Pediatrics
Accomplishments
Rewarded with Proven record for providing exceptional quality care
Certifications Awards
- Certified Nursing Assistant – # 00753175 Exp 12/2024
- CPR/ First Aid and BLS Certified –AHA Exp 11/2025
Clinical Expertise
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals. Collaborative team player, dedicated to providing quality care.
- Proficient in using medical equipment and technology related to patient transportation.
- Reliable and punctual, with strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions accurately
- Knowledge of infection control protocols and patient safety measures.
- Proficient in medical terminology and accurately documenting patient information, maintaining confidentiality
Certification
Certified Nursing assistant license
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PATIENT TRANSPORTER/ CNA (SURGERY)
Cross Country Medical Staffing - John Muir Health
08.2019 - Current
UNIT CLERK/TELEMETRY TECH
Northbay Healthcare
09.2018 - 08.2019
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT/ UNIT CLERK
NorthBay Medical Center
06.2011 - 09.2018
Napa Valley College
from Nursing Assistance
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