Nancy Raza
North Bergen,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and passionate licensed massage therapist with over 10 years of experience, specializing in a variety of therapeutic treatments. Recognized for excellent communication skills and a professional, friendly demeanor that fosters positive client relationships. Committed to enhancing client well-being by tailoring treatments to individual needs and continuously developing expertise in holistic health practices. Seeking to contribute to a dynamic team environment that prioritizes client satisfaction and allows for further skill development.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Acupuncture and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Massage Therapist
Jennifer Layne Acupuncture and Wellness
07.2022 - Current
Massage Therapist
Life Stage Massage
04.2022 - 05.2025
- Provide therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints, using different techniques such trigger points and myofascial release.
- Determine treatment base on personal conditions and complains.
- Assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle stretch
- Provide clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement and stretching.
Massage Therapist
Harmony within massage theraphy
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Provide therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints, using different techniques such trigger points and myofascial release.
- Provide professional massage to guests from 30 to 90 min.
- Determine treatment base on personal conditions and complains.
Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
03.2016 - 09.2021
- Provide a professional massage to clients from 50 to 80 min.
- Take detailed histories from clients, including information about any injuries or conditions.
- Design sessions to each client, base on problem areas and complains.
- Suggest massage schedules for recurring sessions.
Massage Therapist
Joint Health Physical Therapy
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Provide therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints, using different techniques such trigger points and myofascial release.
- Assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength.
Massage Therapist
Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Responsibilities
- Provide professional massage to guests from 25 to 80 min.
- Provide comfortable plus relaxing spa experience to all guest.
- Provide body treatments utilizing various modalities.
- Maintain massage room with supplies and ensure neatness across the shift.
- Skills Used
- Swedish, Deep tissue, Pregnancy and reflexology massage.
Massage Therapist - Independent Contractor
Direct pain relief
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Provide the highest quality of massage using some techniques such a trigger point.
- Determine treatment base on personal conditions and complains.
- Interview clients about medical conditions to determine the treatment and contraindications.
- Provide clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement, stretching and strengthening exercises.
Education
Master of Acupuncture (MAc) -
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
New YorkEducation - Massage therapy
Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine New York
New York, NY01.2014
Skills
- CPR certification
- Therapeutic deep tissue massage
- Senior massage expertise
- Hot Stone massage expertise
- Therapeutic sports massage
- Massage therapy for stress relief
- Chronic pain massage therapy
- Chiropractic office experience
- Home and community care expertise
- Prenatal massage therapy
- Effective time management
- Postnatal massage therapy
- Effective pain management
- Comprehensive anatomy understanding
- Musculoskeletal anatomy
- Acupressure techniques
- Extensive massage therapy experience
- Techniques for myofascial release
- Customer care
- Swedish massage techniques
- Experience in spa services
- Fluent in two languages
- Effective communication expertise
- Targeted trigger point therapy
- Lymphatic system knowledge
- Safety compliance management
- Experience in private practice settings
Certification
- Licensed Acupuncturist New York
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Licensed Massage Therapist New York
- Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist (LMBT) New Jersey
- Lymphatic Drainage 14 hour(s) CEUs
- Medical Massage 27 hour(s) CEUs
- Functional Muscle Palpation 8 Hour(s) CEUs
- Medical Massage Upper body 16 hour(s) CEUs
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Massage Therapist
Jennifer Layne Acupuncture and Wellness
07.2022 - Current
Massage Therapist
Life Stage Massage
04.2022 - 05.2025
Massage Therapist
Harmony within massage theraphy
10.2021 - 06.2022
Massage Therapist
Joint Health Physical Therapy
01.2018 - 12.2019
Massage Therapist - Independent Contractor
Direct pain relief
03.2017 - 09.2017
Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
03.2016 - 09.2021
Massage Therapist
Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa
01.2015 - 01.2019
Education - Massage therapy
Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine New York
Master of Acupuncture (MAc) -
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
Additional Information
- Outstanding knowledge of the following massage techniques:
- Swedish, Thai, Shiatsu, Tui-Na, Deep Tissues and Facial Release, Sport's Massage and Reflexology
- Proficiency in S.O.A.P. charting and documentation
- Outstanding understanding of human anatomy and physiology of the body
- Ability to analyze postural issues and chart as necessary
- Able to guide clients through range of motion and other special tests
- Experience in planning of massage treatments and performing evaluations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Professional approach towards the job
- Knowledge of massage indications and contraindications
- Current Red Cross certification in CPR and Fist Aid Safety