Vina Curry
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with strong skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork, ensuring smooth operations and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and focused on achieving results through compassionate patient interactions and effective communication. Prepared to contribute positively to healthcare teams and patient outcomes.
Quick to build rapport with patients and adept at helping patients with anxiety or discomfort. Prepared to launch a career with a reputable organization.
Caring Certified Nursing Assistant with excellent communication skills and 10 years of experience in geriatric care. Working on advancing my career and learning new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fingerprint Technician
SAFE Arizona Firearms Education
01.2017 - 09.2024
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics by prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively during high-pressure situations.
- Achieved consistent customer satisfaction with professional demeanor while taking fingerprints for various purposes such as employment screening or licensing applications.
- Reduced error rates through diligent verification and validation of submitted fingerprints against established criteria.
- Improved workflow efficiency with regular maintenance and calibration of fingerprint equipment.
CNA/Activities Assistant
Good Samaritan Society / Alta Mesa Health
02.2013 - 12.2022
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities and confidence
- Enhanced activity strategies to help users of different ability levels engage in activities
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans
- Instructed participants on safety techniques and specific activity requirements
Certified Nursing Assistant
Visiting Angels
06.2012 - 10.2015
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheel chairs by providing consistent support
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy Technician
Pima Medical Institute
Mesa01.2020
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Mesa03.2012
GED -
Central Arizona College
Apache Junction Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Time management
- End-of-life care
- Emotional support
- Safety precautions
- Bedside manner
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility assistance
- Ambulation assistance
- Specimen collection
Certification
- Basic Life Support & Basic First Aide Provider (CPR & AED ) Needs renewal
- Current Arizona State Board of Nursing CNA (AZBN) #246617
- Fingerprint Clearance Card # 2019G08100
Timeline
Fingerprint Technician
SAFE Arizona Firearms Education
01.2017 - 09.2024
CNA/Activities Assistant
Good Samaritan Society / Alta Mesa Health
02.2013 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Visiting Angels
06.2012 - 10.2015
Certificate - Phlebotomy Technician
Pima Medical Institute
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
GED -
Central Arizona College
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