Sandra Orduno
Sparks,NV
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with a strong work ethic and integrity, experienced at Brookdale Senior Living. Proven ability to enhance residents' quality of life through compassionate support and effective communication. Skilled in medication management and team collaboration, ensuring safety and comfort while fostering positive relationships with clients and families. I am bi lingual speak and wright in spanish im a very dedicated eorker and eagar to learn new skills and tasks.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Jack in the Box
Cargiver/ Med Tech
Brookdale Senior Libing for Althzytimers and Dementia
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and support.
- Monitored residents' health and behavior, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and families.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to hygiene protocols consistently.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote mental stimulation and well-being.
- Documented care provided in resident logs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Trained new staff on caregiving techniques and facility procedures effectively.
- Fostered strong relationships with residents, enhancing their quality of life through compassionate support.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Self Employed
Galletti
2015 - 2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Nurses Aide in Training
Alpine Skilled Nursing Facility
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident areas, promoting a safe environment.
- Supported mobility efforts by assisting residents with transfers and ambulation.
- Documented care provided in electronic health records accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated residents on personal hygiene practices to enhance overall well-being.
- Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly turning and repositioning patients as per care plan.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and demonstrating a willingness to help others as needed.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary environment for patients, ensuring infection control practices were followed diligently.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to the supervising nurse immediately, ensuring timely medical intervention when needed.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted in patient mobility, improving their physical strength and independence with daily activities.
- Promoted patient safety by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and falls prevention measures.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by stocking supplies, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining clean workstations for nurses'' use.
Pharmacy Technician
Renown Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Dispensed medications accurately and efficiently to patients under pharmacy supervision.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of essential pharmaceutical supplies.
- Maintained patient confidentiality while processing prescriptions and health information.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to clarify medication orders and address patient inquiries.
- Educated patients on medication usage, side effects, and proper storage procedures.
- Utilized pharmacy management software for tracking prescriptions and verifying insurance information.
- Participated in quality assurance processes to enhance operational efficiency and safety standards.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Cargiver
Summet Estates Senior Living
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored health conditions and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance residents' quality of life.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of living spaces to promote a healthy environment.
- Assisted with medication management, following protocols for accuracy and compliance.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for resident care and support protocols.
- Implemented personalized care plans based on individual resident needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
Carhop
Sonic Drive Inn
05.2005 - 08.2007
- Delivered high-quality food and beverage service to customers in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated drive-thru system efficiently, ensuring timely order processing and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment, adhering to safety and health regulations.
- Assisted team members during peak hours to optimize workflow and enhance service efficiency.
- Handled cash transactions accurately while providing friendly customer service at the point of sale.
Education
Medical Assistant
Carington College
Reno, NV11.2021
High School Diploma - High School
Pass Alternative High
Tucson, AZ05.2005
Skills
- Customer service
- Customer assistance
- Work ethic and integrity
- Patience and empathy
- Time management skills
- Cash handling
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Team collaboration
- Customer service excellence
- Reliability and punctuality
- Customer relations
- Order taking
- Professionalism and courtesy
- Product restocking
- Staff training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nurses Aide in Training
Alpine Skilled Nursing Facility
05.2025 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Renown Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - 01.2024
Cargiver
Summet Estates Senior Living
11.2021 - 03.2023
Carhop
Sonic Drive Inn
05.2005 - 08.2007
Cashier
Jack in the Box
Cargiver/ Med Tech
Brookdale Senior Libing for Althzytimers and Dementia
Self Employed
Galletti
2015 - 2020
Medical Assistant
Carington College
High School Diploma - High School
Pass Alternative High