Selena Teruel
Modesto
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Modesto Post Acute
Modesto, CA
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Cared for patients with age related health issues such as dementia, diabetes and mobility challenges.
Student Nurse
Emmanuel Medical Center, ED
Turlock, CA
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed skills in triage and crisis management, learning to remain calm in high-stress situations while providing effective care.
Student Nurse
Covenant Home Health and Hospice
Turlock, CA
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided personalized and one-on-one care to patients in their homes.
Student Nurse
John F. Kennedy School
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Gained experience in providing specialized care for students with various physical, cognitive and developmental disabilities.
Student Nurse
Main West Post Acute
Turlock, CA
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Cared for patients requiring long-term or rehabilitative care.
Student Nurse
Golden Merced Care Center
Merced, CA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Gained hands on experience in providing care to elderly and chronically ill patients.
- Practiced essential nursing skills such as monitoring vitals, assisting with daily activities, wound care and medication administration
Medical Assistant
Instant Urgent Care
San Jose , CA
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Supported physicians in conducting safe and efficient patient care
- Accurately managed patient intake and maintained patient data ensuring confidentiality
- Provided compassionate care to patients effectively addressing their concerns and improving their experience
Medical Receptionist
Forte Medical Asthetics
San Jose , CA
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Efficiently manage front office operations while ensuring a welcoming environment for patients
- Supported practitioner with patient preparation ensuring a clean, sterile environment and managing supplies for efficient workflow
- Maintained detailed client records to track treatment progress and outcomes
Education
Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Modesto, CA11-2024
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Unitek College
San Jose, CA09-2018
Skills
- Proficient in accurately documenting patient information in electronic medical records
- Experienced in gathering medical histories and updating charts
- Skilled in communicating with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure seamless care
- Able to provide clear instructions on medications, discharge plans, and follow-up care
- Skilled in addressing patient concerns with empathy and professionalism
- Experienced in administering oral, topical, and injectable medications under supervision
- Experienced in supporting providers during minor surgical and diagnostic procedures
Administrative skills:
Patient care:
Clinical skills:
- Proficient in measuring and recording blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiratory rate
- Experienced in assessing patient condition to prioritize care based on urgency
- Skilled in cleaning, dressing and bandaging wounds
- Competent in drawing blood and administering intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections
- Experienced in performing and interpreting basic electrocardiograms
- Proficient in collecting and handling specimens for laboratory testing, including urine and throat swabs
- Ability to work efficiently under high-pressure, high-volume conditions
- Experienced in providing immediate care for patients in critical conditions, such as respiratory distress, fractures, or lacerations
- Skilled in managing multiple patients and tasks simultaneously
Other skills:
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse- 12/2024
- BLS Provider: 08/2023 - 08/2025 (AHA)
- Medical Assistant Certification: 09/2018 (Unitek College)
Timeline
Student Nurse
Emmanuel Medical Center, ED
09.2024 - 09.2024
Student Nurse
Covenant Home Health and Hospice
08.2024 - 08.2024
Student Nurse
John F. Kennedy School
08.2024 - 08.2024
Student Nurse
Modesto Post Acute
07.2024 - 10.2024
Student Nurse
Main West Post Acute
03.2024 - 06.2024
Student Nurse
Golden Merced Care Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
Medical Receptionist
Forte Medical Asthetics
06.2020 - 09.2020
Medical Assistant
Instant Urgent Care
10.2018 - 10.2020
Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Unitek College