SOFIA ALCALA
Lancaster,CA
Summary
I am an adaptable healthcare assistant and student committed to delivering high-quality patient care. In addition I am efficient in supporting daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining clean and safe environment for patients. My background also include course units in nutrition, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology. I am to be efficient and meet values and needs of my job and school.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Care Saddleback Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
- Utilize computer systems for charting patient data.
- Assist patients with eating, bathing, and grooming, and supporting activities of daily living.
- Report changes in patient status to nursing staff in a timely manner.
- Monitor patient condition and reported changes to the nursing staff.
- Respond promptly to emergency situations using established protocols.
- Assist with patient transfers to and from wheelchairs, beds, and exam tables.
- Provid direct patient care to patients with chronic illnesses or disabilities under the supervision of a registered nurse or other healthcare professional.
- Perform hourly rounds and respond promptly to call lights.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Montclair Hospital Medical Center
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Aided 12+ patients per shift with routine tasks including feeding, bathing, and dressing.
- Routinely monitored and recorded patient vitals including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Transferred patients into beds, and transferred patients from different units.
- Observed and documented the patients condition to the nursing team.
- Assisted in medical procedures.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to patients.
- Respected patients privacy upholding work policies and HIPAA regulations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arlington Gardens Care Center
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Aided 20+ patients per shift with routine tasks including feeding, bathing, dressing, and exercise.
- Routinely monitored and recorded patient vitals including blood pressure, temperature, and blood sugar levels.
- Transferred patients into beds, wheelchairs, and tables, using gait belts and other tools.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients.
- Respected patients privacy upholding work policies and HIPAA regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Food Sciences
California Baptist University
04.2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- Collecting vital signs
- Safety precautions
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Basic Life Support Certification
Languages
Spanish Fluent
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Care Saddleback Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Montclair Hospital Medical Center
07.2023 - 12.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arlington Gardens Care Center
03.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Food Sciences
California Baptist University
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