Nicholas Santana

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant and Vocational Nursing student at North Central Texas College, expected graduation December 2025. Clinical training includes emergency, medical-surgical, wound care, intensive care, long-term care, and psychiatric rotations, providing hands-on experience with acute, chronic, and behavioral health populations. Former Mental Health Technician with proven strength in patient observation, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication for individuals with complex psychiatric needs. Skilled in patient assessment, safety monitoring, de-escalation, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with IV Therapy training and active BLS certification. Committed to advancing nursing practice through RN licensure, progression into a BSN program, and specialization as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Recognized for delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while upholding the highest standards of professionalism, adaptability, and patient advocacy.

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Texas Department of Health and Human Services — Active, Expires 2026
• Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association — Expires May 2026
• IV Therapy Certification, North Central Texas College — Completed May 2025
• Handle With Care Certification, Behavior Management System — Expires June 2026

• Emergency Department – Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital (Denton, TX)
• CVICU – Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital (Denton, TX)
• Psychiatric Unit – Mayhill Behavioral Health Hospital (Denton, TX)
• Wound Care – North Texas Medical Center (Denton, TX)
• Medical-Surgical – North Texas Medical Center (Gainesville, TX)
• Long-Term Care – Renaissance Care Center (Gainesville, TX)
• Pediatrics - Cook's Children Medical Center (Denton, TX)
• Nephrology - DaVita Dialysis (Denton, TX)