Valeria Lora
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Motivated nursing student with a strong foundation in biochemistry seeking a Sr. Nursing Aide (CNA) position at UC San Diego Health. Committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care while supporting the interdisciplinary team in a progressive care environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Sharp Rehabilitation Center
San Diego, CA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Performed vital signs monitoring and reported abnormalities promptly
- Assisted with Foley catheter care and management
- Initiated and managed IV lines under supervision
- Participated in medication administration following safety protocols
- Assisted with patient transfers, repositioning, and mobility support
- Performed bed changes and maintained patient hygiene
- Collected and handled specimen samples following proper procedures
- Maintained strict infection control and patient safety standards
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery
Student Nurse
Scripps Health
Chula Vista, CA
- Assisted in care of patients requiring intermediate/PCU-level monitoring
- Initiated and monitored IV therapy under supervision
- Participated in medication administration and injections
- Assisted with patient transfers and mobility in high-acuity setting
- Observed and reported changes in patient condition promptly
- Supported nurses in a fast-paced acute care environment
- Demonstrated strong prioritization and clinical awareness
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Azusa Pacific University
San Diego05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2024
Skills
- Clinical: Vitals, IVs, Foley care, Med admin, Specimen collection, Infection control
- Soft Skills: Communication, Teamwork, Time management, Compassion
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Pain assessment
- Direct patient care
- Patient support
- Nursing assessments
- Emotional support
- Patient advocacy
- Bedside charting
- HIPAA guidelines
- Discharge planning
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) – CPR Certified, American Heart Association
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Nurse
Sharp Rehabilitation Center
08.2025 - 12.2025
Student Nurse
Scripps Health
Master of Science - Nursing
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
San Diego State University