Stepahine Castaneda
San Diego,CA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in providing patient care in various healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient records. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with patients and work effectively within multidisciplinary medical teams. Proven track record of improving patient comfort and safety through dedication and empathetic care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Victoria Post Acute Care
El Cajon, CA
04.2018 - 10.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Front Desk Manager
Woodside Dental
Chula Vista, CA
04.2011 - 09.2018
- Assisted in maintaining an organized front desk area at all times.
- Verified patient information to ensure accuracy of records.
- Greeted and welcomed patients in a friendly and professional manner.
- Managed patient accounts receivable ensuring timely payment of outstanding balances due on accounts.
- Performed basic bookkeeping tasks such as balancing cash drawers and preparing bank deposits.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance while handling confidential patient information.
- Resolved billing issues with insurance companies in a timely manner.
- Answered phone calls, scheduled appointments and verified patient insurance coverage.
Dental Assistant
Woodside Dental
Chula Vista, CA
04.2011 - 09.2018
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
Education
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certified Nurse Assistant
San Diego Medical College
Chula Vista, CA03-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CASkills
- Patient care
- Medical documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Sanitation protocols
- Patient transport
- Team collaboration
- Emergency response
- Patient relations
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- EMR / EHR
- Positioning patients
- IV maintenance
- Companionship and emotional support
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aya Healthcare
08.2021 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Victoria Post Acute Care
04.2018 - 10.2022
Front Desk Manager
Woodside Dental
04.2011 - 09.2018
Dental Assistant
Woodside Dental
04.2011 - 09.2018
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certified Nurse Assistant
San Diego Medical College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grossmont College