Sheena Groyon

Santa Cruz,CA

Skills

Clinical & Patient Care: Cardiac/post-op support, geriatric & dementia care, EKG & glucose testing, safe patient handling, vitals monitoring, HIPAA compliance

Technical & Administrative: MS Office, EHR systems, data entry, patient advocacy, time management

Professional & Leadership: Compassionate, culturally sensitive, conflict resolution, teamwork, leadership experience, bilingual (Filipino/Tagalog & English)

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Nursing Graduate from Cabrillo College with over 10 years of experience in hospital and long-term care settings. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting multidisciplinary teams and performing essential clinical procedures with accuracy and empathy. Passionate about health education, patient advocacy, and community service, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional growth as I advance in my nursing career.

Work History

Nursing Lab Assistant (Short-Term)

Cabrillo College

Aptos, CA

09.2024 - 12.2024

Supported nursing students in lab skill development and clinical practice. Assisted faculty with lab setup, demonstrations, and student evaluations.
Assisted instructors in conducting nursing lab simulations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Prepared and maintained laboratory equipment for practical nursing exercises, enhancing operational efficiency.

Patient Care Technician

Dignity Health, Dominican Hospital

Santa Cruz, CA

01.2015 - 01.2023

Provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care across diverse units. Supported nursing teams by preparing equipment and supplies for procedures and treatments.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity in care.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Monitored vital signs, weight, recording I&O, and reported changes to nursing staff for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Performed EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.

Elderly Caregiver

Private Caregiver

Santa Cruz County, CA

01.2010 - 01.2021

Provided in-home care for patients with stroke, Parkinson’s, dementia, Alzheimer’s, and hospice needs. Managed medication reminders, bathing, dressing, grooming, meals preparation, and mobility support.
Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity in care.
Trained new caregivers on best practices for patient support and safety protocols.
Coordinated transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely access to care.
Maintained accurate records of client progress and care provided for family updates.
Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.

CNA

Pacific Coast Manor

Capitola, CA

01.2012 - 01.2018

Delivered direct patient care to long-term and rehabilitative patients.
Assisted patients with hygiene, nutrition, and mobility activities. Collaborated with healthcare teams to monitor patient progress and ensure comfort.
Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Nurse Aide

Crest Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Santa Cruz, CA

01.2010 - 01.2011

Assisted with care for elderly emphasizing comfort and dignity.
Assisted with personal hygiene, mobility, and feeding to promote resident independence.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Cabrillo College

Aptos, CA

12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Health Science (Public Health)

Los Angeles Pacific University

Los Angeles, CA

04-2021

Associate of Arts - Health Science / Community Health

Cabrillo College

Aptos, CA

05-2019

Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) — Licensed since 2011
BLS Certified — Valid through 2027
AHEC Scholar — UCSF, 2024–2025

Languages

English

Filipino