Vanessa Tavares
Newburgh
Summary
Compassionate CNA student graduate with hands-on experience providing patient care and support in both clinical and long-term care settings. Knowledgeable in medical terminology, infection control, emergency response, and resident safety. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure. Dedicated to improving patient comfort, safety, and overall well-being while delivering compassionate, high-quality care. CNA course completed and currently pursuing New York State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
CNA Student
The Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Poughkeepsie, NY
- 04.2026
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Provided compassionate personal care while maintaining resident dignity and comfort.
- Observed and reported changes in residents’ physical condition and behavior to nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized environment in accordance with infection control and safety standards.
CNA Student
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Successfully completed a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program with classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction.
- Practiced essential CNA skills including bathing, dressing, feeding, transferring, and assisting residents with daily living activities.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs and promptly reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient care tasks and documentation.
- Developed strong patient communication and teamwork skills while providing compassionate, high-quality care.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Marlboro High School
Marlboro, NY06.2018
Skills
- Resident Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Infection Control Practices
- Patient Education
- Safety Protocols
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Conflict Resolution
- Emotional Support
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Observation & Reporting
Certification
- CNA Course Completion Certificate
- Currently pursuing New York State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification
Languages
English
Spanish (Native/Bilingual)
Timeline
CNA Student
Dutchess Community College
01.2026 - 04.2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Marlboro High School
CNA Student
The Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
- 04.2026