Vanessa Salas Cano
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Compassionate and skilled certified nurse assistant with experience in skilled nursing facility and hospital. Proficient in patient comfort and dignity while promoting independence. I can easily adapt to new environments with supporting different needs in clinical settings . I excel in documentation and patient care, ensuring a safe nurturing environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
01.2024 - Current
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements, vital signs and blood sugar levels
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional goals
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques
- Stocked inventory for medical supplies preventing shortages and supporting patient care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient care by providing support to nursing staff in a variety of clinical settings including ICU, PCU, OOU, PACU, Medical-surgical ,Emergency room and antepartum
- Provided one-on-one support to clients addressing behavioral needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
South Mountain Post Acute
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity and enhanced comfort
- Checked patient vitals ,weight and documented electronically
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tempe High School
Tempe, AZNurse Assistant -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ03.2022
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Blood glucose testing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Basic life support
- Documentation
- Patient monitoring
- Room preparation
- ADL support
- End-of-life care
- Dementia care
Certification
Basic life support certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
01.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
South Mountain Post Acute
07.2022 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Tempe High School
Nurse Assistant -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
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