Vanessa Garcia
Rio Grande City,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong skills in safety monitoring and effective communication. Experienced in providing support to students with special needs, ensuring safety during transportation, and maintaining accurate documentation in healthcare settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Bus Aide
Rio Grande City GISD
Rio Grande City, Texas
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored student behavior and ensured safety on the bus at all times.
- Provided support with boarding and exiting the bus for students in wheelchairs.
- Assisted students with special needs during transportation to and from school.
- Collaborated with bus drivers to maintain efficient routes and schedules.
Phlebotomist
Starr County Memorial Hospital
Rio Grande City, Texas
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Collected blood samples from patients using proper venipuncture techniques.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis following hospital protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records and sample labeling procedures.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure timely sample processing.
- Followed infection control guidelines to prevent contamination during procedures.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of phlebotomy area at all times.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Assisted in training new phlebotomists on procedures and equipment usage.
- Educated patients on blood donation and testing processes.
Laborer
Blattner Energy
Avon, Minnesota
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Conducted maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical components of turbines.
- Assisted in the installation of new wind turbine units and related equipment.
- Utilized specialized tools for testing and calibrating turbine performance parameters.
- Performed regular inspections on wind turbine systems for operational safety.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs in compliance with industry standards.
Certified Nursing Assistant
LifeCare hospital
McAllen, Texas
05.2011 - 01.2016
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Conducted wound assessments to determine appropriate care plans for patients.
- Administered wound care treatments following established protocols and best practices.
- Educated patients and families on wound care techniques and prevention strategies.
Education
Phlebotomist
Rio Grande Nursing School
Rio Grande City, TX02-2011
High School Diploma -
Rio Grande City High School
Rio Grande City, TX05-2001
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nurse Aide
Pharr Nursing School
Pharr, TXSkills
- Safety monitoring
- Student assistance
- Behavior management
- Emergency response
- Route coordination
- Patient care documentation
- Blood collection techniques
- Infection control practices
- Vital signs assessment
- Equipment maintenance
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Medical aid
- First aid and CPR
- Wound care
- Electronic health records
- Infection control
Timeline
Special Needs Bus Aide
Rio Grande City GISD
08.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
Starr County Memorial Hospital
09.2021 - 02.2023
Laborer
Blattner Energy
06.2018 - 10.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
LifeCare hospital
05.2011 - 01.2016
Phlebotomist
Rio Grande Nursing School
High School Diploma -
Rio Grande City High School
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nurse Aide
Pharr Nursing School