Retalia Sandoval
Rio Rancho,NM
Summary
Professional caretaker with years of experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant (Rehire)
The Retreat
Rio Rancho, NM
01.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted with mobility and transfers of patients using proper lifting techniques to prevent injuries
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature on a regular basis to identify any changes or abnormalities
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms by regularly sanitizing surfaces and restocking supplies
- Responded promptly to call lights and alarms from patients, addressing their concerns or notifying appropriate staff members as needed
- Supported patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, and ambulation
- Implemented infection control measures such as proper hand hygiene techniques to prevent the spread of infections within healthcare settings
- Ensured patient safety by regularly checking bed rails, call lights, and other safety devices for proper functioning
- Performed regular rounds on assigned units to assess patient needs, address concerns promptly, and provide comfort measures as necessary
Caretaker
Independent Living Resources Center
Albuquerque, NM
05.2019 - 09.2024
- Assist resident in everyday ADL's such as grooming, bathing, dressing, and keeping with proper hygiene standards.
- Assisting resident with household duties which include cleaning, laundry, etc.
- Providing transportation needs for residents.
- Cooking and preparing meals according to the resident approve meal plan/schedule.
Nursing Assistant
The Retreat
Rio Rancho, NM
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted with mobility and transfers of patients using proper lifting techniques to prevent injuries
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature on a regular basis to identify any changes or abnormalities
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms by regularly sanitizing surfaces and restocking supplies
- Responded promptly to call lights and alarms from patients, addressing their concerns or notifying appropriate staff members as needed
- Supported patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, and ambulation
- Implemented infection control measures such as proper hand hygiene techniques to prevent the spread of infections within healthcare settings
- Ensured patient safety by regularly checking bed rails, call lights, and other safety devices for proper functioning
- Performed regular rounds on assigned units to assess patient needs, address concerns promptly, and provide comfort measures as necessary
Overnight Caregiver
Avamere of Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho, NM
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Providing care to residents according to their service plan and schedules
- Assist resident in everyday ADL's such as grooming, bathing, dressing, and keeping with proper hygiene standards.
- Assist resident with Laundry.
- Assist resident in maintaining a safe environment.
- Knowledge in caring for and interacting with residents.
- Responding to residents calls and emergencies by providing first aide assistance while following all company protocol/guidelines.
Caregiver/Medical Records Assistant
Heritage Healthcare and Hospice
Albuquerque, NM
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Caretaker to elders assisting with Grooming, bathing, dressing, toileting
- Maintained a Clean, Safe, and Healthy Environment
- Cooking Meals according to Client Meal Plan
- Keeping Medication schedule for residents
- Providing Transportation to Client daily activities
- Medical Records: Keeping records up to date, daily fillings
Overnight Direct Care Staff(Rehire)
MaxCare
Albuquerque, NM
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Provided Direct Care to Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities by assisting with ADLs such as: bathing, hygiene, dressing and grooming
- Assisting with Medication Delivery
- Completed all Trainings
- Responding appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of Individuals.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored Weight and Vital signs
- Maintained a clean and safe environment.
- Assist residents with reaching their goals and increase their independence.
Medical Assistant
Epoch Integrated Health Services
Albuquerque, NM
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Perform Vital signs and Document patient medical history
- Prepared patient rooms and roomed patients
- Maintained clean environment for patients
- Perform injections, Throat cultures, UA and HCG Testing
- Physicals-Eye Exams
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones, faxing medical records, charting, and filing.
- Greeted patients, Scheduled appointments and collected co-pays.
Education
Nursing - College
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM03-2026
Skills
- Word Processing
- Home care
- Vital Signs
- Communications
- Experience Administering Injections
- Physiology knowledge
- Senior care
- Meal Preparation
- Organizational Skills
- Patient Care
- Anatomy knowledge
- Computer Skills
- Quick Learner and Attention to detail
- Direct patient care
- Reliable team player
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate caregiver
- Mobility assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
- Patient lifting
- Transfer techniques
- Urinary catheter care
- Supporting personal needs
Certification
- Phlebotomy Externship March 2026 to April 2026
- Certified Nurse Assistant April 2025 to Present
- GED September 2007 to Present
- Medical Assistant May 2007 to Present
- BLS Certification (CPR and AED) February 2025 to February 2027
Languages
English
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant (Rehire)
The Retreat
01.2025 - 03.2026
Nursing Assistant
The Retreat
03.2023 - 08.2024
Caretaker
Independent Living Resources Center
05.2019 - 09.2024
Overnight Caregiver
Avamere of Rio Rancho
12.2018 - 04.2019
Caregiver/Medical Records Assistant
Heritage Healthcare and Hospice
06.2017 - 08.2018
Overnight Direct Care Staff(Rehire)
MaxCare
01.2017 - 04.2017
Medical Assistant
Epoch Integrated Health Services
07.2016 - 09.2016
Nursing - College
Central New Mexico Community College