Swaesy Valdez
Rio Rico,AZ
Summary
Ambitious Patient Care Technician with experience in geriatric, skilled nursing, Med/Surg, Nursery and Emergency Room patient care. Strong patient care skills combined with excellent patient evaluation and advocacy. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport and teamwork within the unit and/or facility to provide exceptional care and patient education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
Nogales, AZ
01.2022 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Park Avenue Health And Rehabilitation
Tucson, AZ
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Preformed excellent level of care to 10-18 long term and skilled therapy patients daily
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Care Assistance Of Green Valley
Green Valley, AZ
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northcrest Community
Ames, IA
02.2015 - 05.2017
- Provide personal care for patients, including taking vital signs, monitor I&O, administering routine respiratory treatments and completing patient need assessments.
- Provided hands-on nursing care to patients under direct RN supervision and in alignment with medical center's policies and procedures.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 40-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
Education
High School Diploma -
Ames High School
05.2016
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Des Moines Area Community College
Ames, IA05.2015
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- BLS Certification
- Emergency Experience
- NRP 8th Edition Certification
Additional Information
- Young Women President for Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints: November 2020- Present
- Emergency Trauma Technician- January 2014- January 2016
- Creighton University's Founder's Award- December, 2015
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Park Avenue Health And Rehabilitation
07.2020 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Care Assistance Of Green Valley
09.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northcrest Community
02.2015 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Ames High School
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Des Moines Area Community College
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