Steven Chavez
Covina,CA
Summary
Ambitious medical professional with extensive experience in patient care and hospital administrative functions. Strong emergency response skills combined with ability to evaluate and advocate for patient needs. Proven history of cultivating strong rapport to provide exceptional care to patient and colleague through teamwork, compassion, & respect.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tele-Medical Surgical Nursing Attendant (CNA)
Kaiser Permanente
Downey, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Reduced risks of skin breakdowns through diligent monitoring, repositioning of patients as needed, and effective wound care management under nurse supervision.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted nursing staff in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting medical information for optimal patient outcomes.
- Prevented falls among high-risk patients through vigilant observation, implementation of safety measures, and timely intervention when necessary.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Perioperative Nursing Attendant (CNA)
Kaiser Permanente
Downey, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by maintaining inventory levels and ensuring timely replenishment of supplies.
- Provided compassionate post-operative care, monitoring vital signs and addressing patient concerns to promote recovery.
- Developed and executed daily goals and care plans for up to 60 surgical patients per day.
- Coordinated perioperative care for diverse patient populations ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics across various surgical specialties.
- Facilitated seamless handoffs between shifts by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patient status and progress to incoming team members.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure smooth transfers of patients between units or departments.
- Efficiently coordinate the pick up and delivery of lab specimens, pathology specimens, medication, and blood products.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Casa Bonita Convalescent Hospital
San Dimas, CA
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Nurse Aide O.R.
Emanate Health
11.2019 - 07.2023
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Circulator, Surgical Tech, & Anesthesiologists.
- Respond to Code Blue pages to provide CPR, retrieve blood, & collect medication from the pharmacy.
Patient Mobility Tech.
Emanate Health
09.2017 - 10.2019
- Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to RN, RCP, CNA.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve Safe Patient Handling.
- Trained RNs & Techs in Safe Patient Handling Skills Modules, by providing information, instructions, & demonstrations on multiple devices.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition at all times to safeguard health information.
- Assisted RNs & CNAs with their patients. Performing bed lifts & repositions to assist with cleanings & would dressings.
- Worked with & collaborated with the Head of House Supervisor in immediate patient transfers, Code Blues, Rapid Responses, Code Strokes, and any task to provide excellent patient care with efficiency.
Education
Current - Nursing
Citrus College
Glendora, CACertified Nurse Assistant
Los Angeles Skills Academy
Santa Fe Springs, CA09.2023
High School Diploma -
Los Altos High School
Hacienda Heights, CA06.2008
Skills
- Compassionate caregiver
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Responding to emergencies
- Loyal
- Adaptable
- Direct Patient Care
- Calm under pressure
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant (Lic: 01271428)
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- BLS - Basic Life Support Certified
Timeline
Tele-Medical Surgical Nursing Attendant (CNA)
Kaiser Permanente
12.2024 - Current
Perioperative Nursing Attendant (CNA)
Kaiser Permanente
01.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Casa Bonita Convalescent Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2023
Nurse Aide O.R.
Emanate Health
11.2019 - 07.2023
Patient Mobility Tech.
Emanate Health
09.2017 - 10.2019
Current - Nursing
Citrus College
Certified Nurse Assistant
Los Angeles Skills Academy
High School Diploma -
Los Altos High School