TESSA NUNES
Riverdale,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with hands-on experience in assisted living, memory care, home health, and fast-paced environments. Experienced in providing direct resident care, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), feeding, bathing, changing linens, personal hygiene, mobility, and maintaining a safe and supportive care environment. Currently working as a CNA and pursuing a BSN degree.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver/CNA
Park Visalia Assisted Living & Memory Care
Visalia, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Provided hands-on care to residents in assisted living and memory care for 7 months, ensuring individual needs were met.
- Assisted residents with ADLs, including bathing, feeding, personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, and mobility.
- Maintained clean, safe, and comfortable environments for residents by changing bed linens and performing regular cleaning tasks.
- Worked as a Med Tech for the last 3 months, supporting medication-related care and resident needs within assigned responsibilities.
- Enhanced resident dignity by fostering a respectful and supportive environment., safety, comfort, and independence while working collaboratively with the care team.
Family-Owned Automotive Business
Riverdale, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted with truck transmission rebuilding and vehicle repairs, oil changes, basic maintenance, carburetor repairs, and transmission parts.
- Demonstrated mechanical skills, teamwork, and attention to detail.
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
Hanford, CA
05.2023 - 02.2026
- Worked in a fast-paced kitchen environment and provided customer service.
- Operated cash register, handled customer transactions, restocked supplies, maintained cleanliness, and prepared food while following safety standards.
CNA
At Home Health Care Aide
Fresno, CA
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Delivered personalized care for dependent and independent patients in home settings to enhance well-being.
- Supported patients with bathing, grooming, personal hygiene, mobility, and transfers to promote independence and comfort.
- Ensured patient comfort, dignity, and safety through attentive and compassionate care.
Intern
Kicksand by Sand Station
Oakdale, CA
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted with customer service and sales, handling commission checks, cash transactions, phone calls, inventory management, and front desk operations to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Executed website updates and maintenance tasks to enhance user experience.
- Assisted in product design and development processes for innovative footwear.
- Conducted market research to identify trends in sneaker preferences and styles.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product features and functionality.
Education
Associate Degrees - Social Science, Liberal Arts (Math & Science), Health Science
West Hills College
High School Diploma -
Riverdale High School
Riverdale, CASkills
- CNA & direct resident care
- ADL assistance
- Feeding & bathing
- Personal hygiene
- Mobility & transfers
- Medication assistance
- Med Tech experience
- Infection control & safety
- Resident dignity & comfort
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Activities And Volunteer Experience
- Member, FFA
- Volunteer, Portuguese Hall
- Volunteer, Avenal Sand Drags
Timeline
Caregiver/CNA
Park Visalia Assisted Living & Memory Care
01.2026 - Current
CNA
At Home Health Care Aide
06.2024 - 12.2025
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
05.2023 - 02.2026
Intern
Kicksand by Sand Station
06.2021 - 08.2022
Family-Owned Automotive Business
08.2020 - Current
Associate Degrees - Social Science, Liberal Arts (Math & Science), Health Science
West Hills College
High School Diploma -
Riverdale High School