Niza Zadakis
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Tech - skilled in patient care, infection control, and mobility assistance. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and delivering high-quality care in diverse environments - also includes Cardiac patients mechanically vented: Tracheostomy/ETT's.
Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Tech
Select Specialty Hospital- St. Joseph Medical Center - Phoenix
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Coronado Healthcare Center
10.2018 - 01.2026
- Provided direct patient care -skilled & long term care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff to maintain accurate patient records.
- Assisted in mobility and rehabilitation exercises, promoting independence and enhancing patients' physical well-being.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices, enhancing team efficiency and quality of care delivery.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Suncity Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
07.2013 - 09.2015
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities; experience with equipment: hoyer lift/ sit to stand lift, acquiring patient weight w scale/ bed scale and ensuring comfort and safety.
- Advocated for patient rights, ensuring dignity and respect throughout the caregiving process while addressing concerns promptly.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom assist ambulatory & non-ambulatory patients along with assisting with patient meals to ensure patient dignity.
Education
Vocational/Trade Career - Certified Nursing Assistant
Phoenix Job Corps Center
Phoenix, AZHigh School Diploma -
Kings College
Belize, Central AmericaCarrington College
Phoenix, AZ05.2025
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- BLS
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Blood glucose testing
- Monitoring fluids
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Mobility assistance
- Mechanical lifts ( hoyer lifts, sit-to-stand, weight scales)
- Positioning patients
- Infection control procedures
- End-of-life care
- CNA License-1000038170
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Tech
Select Specialty Hospital- St. Joseph Medical Center - Phoenix
08.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Coronado Healthcare Center
10.2018 - 01.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Suncity Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
07.2013 - 09.2015
Vocational/Trade Career - Certified Nursing Assistant
Phoenix Job Corps Center
High School Diploma -
Kings College
Carrington College