I am personable and compassionate with patients and also provide a high quality of care. I am dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and the well being through attentive and empathetic support.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
02.2005 - Current
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding
Promoting physical therapy and an independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs for fast recovery.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Collecting specimens, monitors and recording fluids intake and output, and vital signs such as oral and axillary temperatures, hearth rate, pulse rate, and blood pressures in progressive care, telemetry, and general care units.
Assists nurses by providing high-quality care to patients with wounds, pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical sites wounds.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Home Care Services
11.2005 - 03.2008
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Supported daily living by serving meals, snacks, drinking water, and nourishment.
Administered medications as directed by physician.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ave Maria Convalescent Hospital
06.2002 - 03.2005
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Provided quality personal care services such as bathing, shaving, grooming, dressing, feeding, and teeth brushing to ensure patient dignity.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility delivered quality to meet needs.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing specially to does patients unable to self-care and limited mobility.
Threat patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
Education
Phlebotomy Technician Program
CALRegional
Salinas, CA
01-2025
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant Program
Salinas Adult School
Salinas, CA
05.2001 -
No Degree - General Education
Harthnell College
Salinas, CA
05.2001 -
Skills
Patient-focused care
Certification
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
08-2026
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.