Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
spending quality time with my children
Languages
Certification
Timeline

REBECCA CANTU

MISSION,TEXAS

Summary

Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant demonstrating exceptional skills in patient care, experience in ER,Behavioral, ICU, Med Surg,Hospice Telemetry, and some NICU. CPR/AED CNA and Phlebotomy certification.

I am also furthering my education in nursing.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

DHR
05.2023 - Current
  • As a flex nurse i learned to work in any department i was assigned to.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
  • Delivered high-quality care to all patients in hospital facility


Certified Nursing Assistant

Mission Regional Hospital
11.2018 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mission Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2021 - 02.2023
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • 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.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Supported needs of 16 residents under long-term care.

Behavior Technician/CNA

South Texas Behavioral Health Center
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
  • Assisted clients in identifying and setting goals to promote positive behavior development.
  • Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Pax Villa Hospice And Palliative Care
06.2019 - 10.2019
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Helped keep the patient as comfortable as possible in the last days of their lives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Bridges At Mission
01.2014 - 08.2016
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Tendernest Assisted Living
03.2013 - 10.2013
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Waterford Assisted Living
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • 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.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Eagle Cliff Manor
01.2008 - 08.2010
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - RN

South Texas College, McAllen, TX

High School Diploma -

La Joya High School, La Joya, TX
04.2015

Skills

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Certified phlebotomist
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • ER Experience
  • Behavioral Experience

spending quality time with my children

I am a hard working mother of  3 children. So, when i have my days off i love to enjoy them with my kids. My children like to go to the park, watch movies, read books  or take mini vacations to the beach.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

CNA

Phlebotomy

CPR/AED

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant - DHR
05.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant - Mission Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2021 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant - Pax Villa Hospice And Palliative Care
06.2019 - 10.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant - Mission Regional Hospital
11.2018 - Current
Behavior Technician/CNA - South Texas Behavioral Health Center
01.2018 - 03.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant - The Bridges At Mission
01.2014 - 08.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant - Tendernest Assisted Living
03.2013 - 10.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant - Waterford Assisted Living
01.2011 - 01.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant - Eagle Cliff Manor
01.2008 - 08.2010
La Joya High School - High School Diploma,
South Texas College - Associate Degree In Nursing, RN
REBECCA CANTU