Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Thomas Ceja

Summary

Dedicated first-generation nurse, passionate about delivering compassionate, holistic, and equitable care. With proven ability to manage multiple priorities during clinical rotations while maintaining professionalism and integrity. Thrives under pressure and communicates effectively with diverse patient populations, fostering strong teamwork and collaboration. Eager to leverage a growth-oriented mindset with a specific focus on the dynamics of a progressive care unit to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server/Food Runner

Morongo Casino Resort & Spa
Cabazon, CA
03.2021 - 03.2024
  • Managed and served multiple guests and parties of 7+ people.
  • Maintained attention to detail and was able to multitask with complex orders for customer satisfaction.
  • Able to work in a big team, including food runners, cooks, bartenders, and managers.
  • Able to solve problems to ensure customer satisfaction.

Floors Associate

Target
Palm Springs, CA
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Managed the organization and cleanliness of a department.
  • Assisted customers in finding items and recommending alternatives when asked.
  • Help resolve issues with supplies and demand for popular merchandise.

Education

Associate in Science - Registered Nursing

College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CA
12-2025

Associate in Health Science - undefined

College of the Desert
Palm Desert, CA
05-2023

Skills

  • Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English and Spanish
  • Experienced in utilizing EPIC and Cerner for patient documentation
  • Able to multitask with attention to detail
  • Understanding disease management
  • Clinical judgment with protocol-driven care
  • Competent in Baxter and Alaris IV pumps

Certification

BLS Certified

Mandated Reporter for abuse in Elders and Children

Workplace Violence Prevention for Nurses Certification

Timeline

Server/Food Runner

Morongo Casino Resort & Spa
03.2021 - 03.2024

Floors Associate

Target
03.2020 - 03.2021

Associate in Health Science - undefined

College of the Desert

Associate in Science - Registered Nursing

College of The Desert

Related Experience

  • Student nurse at various clinical sites, specifically two popular hospitals in the valley which include:
  • Eisenhower Medical Center & Desert Regional Medical Center January – December 2025
  • Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments under RN supervision, identifying abnormal findings and reporting them promptly.
  • Collaborated with interprofessional healthcare workers to promote patient-centered care.
  • Applied therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and provide emotional support to patients and families.
  • Educated patients on medications, discharge instructions, and lifestyle modifications appropriate to their condition.