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Tessa Alvarado

Cottonwood,CA

Summary

I am pursuing an opportunity to serve my community by working at the Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility here in Shasta County while I dedicate my time to seeking a degree in the Administration of Criminal Justice.
I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities and willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

The Lazy Pair & The Angry Beaver
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.

Medical Surgical /Emergency Units CNA, Unit Clerk

Jamestown Regional Medical Center
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Responded calmly to crises, delivering life-saving measures when necessary.
  • Collaborated with teammates to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
  • Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer information about ER, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Utilized multiple PC applications throughout the day.
  • Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients, and visitors.
  • Used the hospital's paging system to contact specific personnel.

Certified Nursing Assistant

SMP- Health St. Raphael
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for comfort and wellbeing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sonoma Specialty Hospital
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Med-surg/ICU/Dialysis
  • Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult and pediatric medical and surgical patients within my practice.
  • I supported high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, hospice,and burn victims.
  • I quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations

Front Desk Receptionist / Instructor Assistant

BodyRok Sculpt LLC
09.2019 - 03.2020

I promoted specials to current and future guests while handling member service issues including change of address, electronic funds setup or change, and questions regarding billings and payments. I assisted guests when they were in the studio and over the phone to relate to promotions as inquiries came in. I kept a clean and orderly studio.

Overnight Nanny

Sonoma County Area
04.2010 - 03.2020

I was trusted to create a happy, safe, exciting, and nurturing environment for families with children in Sonoma County. I provided overnight care for families of multiple. I traveled with family to out of state. I ensured children's safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.

Team Leader

Mr.Pickles Sandwich Shop
05.2018 - 12.2018

Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly food service. I handled difficult customer situations professionally, resolving issues promptly and ensuring repeat business. I managed the cash register accurately, ensuring the proper handling of transactions and tips.

Front Desk Receptionist

Reliable Auto Glass

I improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient auto glass replacement services. I help managed inventory effectively to ensure availability of all necessary parts and materials for auto glass repair jobs. I worked a scheduling system for appointments and repairs.


Team Leader

Tractor Supply Co.
04.2013 - 04.2017

I enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and setting clear performance expectations while boosting employee morale through regular recognition of outstanding work and providing opportunities for professional growth. I coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.

Education

Associate of Science - Administration of Criminal Justice

Shasta College
Redding, CA
12.2026

Transfer Student - Nursing

University of Jamestown
Jamestown, ND

Associate of Science - Biology

Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA

Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant

North Bay CNA
Rohnert Park, CA
07.2020

Skills

  • Providing Clear Directions
  • Substance Abuse Knowledge
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Admissions processes
  • Information Intake for Sorting Triage Patients
  • Emergency Assessments
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Hospital Record Charting
  • Adaptability
  • Firearm Safety
  • Good Judgment

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • BLS - American Heart Association
  • Crisis Prevention Institution- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training.

Timeline

Bartender

The Lazy Pair & The Angry Beaver
01.2023 - 12.2023

Medical Surgical /Emergency Units CNA, Unit Clerk

Jamestown Regional Medical Center
02.2022 - 01.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

SMP- Health St. Raphael
06.2021 - 07.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sonoma Specialty Hospital
08.2020 - 05.2021

Front Desk Receptionist / Instructor Assistant

BodyRok Sculpt LLC
09.2019 - 03.2020

Team Leader

Mr.Pickles Sandwich Shop
05.2018 - 12.2018

Team Leader

Tractor Supply Co.
04.2013 - 04.2017

Overnight Nanny

Sonoma County Area
04.2010 - 03.2020

Front Desk Receptionist

Reliable Auto Glass

Associate of Science - Administration of Criminal Justice

Shasta College

Transfer Student - Nursing

University of Jamestown

Associate of Science - Biology

Santa Rosa Junior College

Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant

North Bay CNA
Tessa Alvarado