Veronica Clark
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Mountain View Urgent Care & Family Medicine
Las Cruces , NM
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments for optimal workflow.
- Prepared and maintained medical records in compliance with regulations.
CNA
Good Samaritan
Las Cruces, New Mexico
03.2013 - 04.2025
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted the Nurse with her duties.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
CNA
Mi Vida health care
, NM
05.2013 - 12.2014
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
CNA
Casa De Oro Adult Day Health Care Center
Las Cruces , New Mexico
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Clinical Certified Medical Assistant - CCMA
Pinnacle Institute
Las Cruces, NM 09.2025 - 09.2025
Nursing
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM 08.2025 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Onate High School
Las Cruces, NM05-2007
Skills
- Toileting assistance
- Compassion and Empathy
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Basic Life Support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Feeding Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Transporting patients
- Monitoring fluids
- Indirect Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Lifting
- Patient-focused care
- Patient Relations
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Quality Assurance
- Care plan implementation
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control procedures
- Electronic Charting
- Condition Monitoring
- Inpatient Care
- Responding to emergencies
- Range of motion exercises
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Adaptable
- Family support and assistance
Timeline
Clinical Certified Medical Assistant - CCMA
Pinnacle Institute
09.2025 - 09.2025
Medical Assistant
Mountain View Urgent Care & Family Medicine
08.2025 - 09.2025
Nursing
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
08.2025 - 09.2025
CNA
Mi Vida health care
05.2013 - 12.2014
CNA
Good Samaritan
03.2013 - 04.2025
CNA
Casa De Oro Adult Day Health Care Center
01.2012 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Onate High School