Sara Bravo
Madera,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with a strong background in delivering exceptional patient care and support for daily activities. Proven track record of effective collaboration with medical teams to provide high-quality healthcare services. Exceptional communication and patient management skills foster a comforting environment, prioritizing patient well-being and satisfaction. Committed to enhancing the overall healthcare experience through attentive service and empathetic interactions.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Golden Madera Care Center
1700 Howard Rd, Madera, Ca 93637
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
CNA
Madera Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
517 S A St, Madera, Ca 93638
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Private Employer
Madera, CA
2019 - 2024
- Supported families in developing individualized care plans to address the specific needs of each child.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Conducted regular assessments of each child''s progress, adjusting care plans as needed to optimize growth and development.
- Provided consistent emotional support to children during challenging situations, helping them develop coping strategies and resilience.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques tailored to individual children''s needs, resulting in reduced disruptive behaviors.
- Tailored learning materials to accommodate diverse learning styles among special needs students, improving overall comprehension and retention rates.
- Improved communication abilities of non-verbal children by introducing alternative communication methods, such as visual aids and sign language.
- Organized structured routines for daily activities, creating a sense of predictability and stability for the children.
- Increased fine motor skills through engaging sensory play activities customized for each child''s level of ability.
- Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
Sales Associate
Prestigio Jewlers
Fresno, Ca
2017 - 2018
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
- Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.
- Contributed to positive shopping environment by maintaining organized and welcoming store appearance.
Education
CNA CERTIFICATION -
Pacific Health
Fresno, CASkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfers
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control practices
- Lifting and transferring
- Toileting assistance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Golden Madera Care Center
04.2025 - Current
CNA
Madera Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
04.2025 - 07.2025
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Private Employer
2019 - 2024
Sales Associate
Prestigio Jewlers
2017 - 2018
CNA CERTIFICATION -
Pacific Health