Alejandra Villafana
Marina
Summary
Healthcare professional with experience in bedside patient care and monitoring. Proven ability to communicate care needs and implement timely interventions. Strong collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant skilled in patient assessment, vital signs monitoring, and relationship building. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through compassionate care and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Windsor The Ridge Rehabilitation Center
Salinas
02.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes in condition to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Supported residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and preserve dignity.
- Engaged with residents and families to clarify care needs and strengthen communication.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Administered comfort measures, including back rubs and positioning pillows, to improve resident well-being.
- Accurately documented patient care information in electronic health records to maintain compliance.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas and equipment to promote a healthy environment.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as taking inventory of patient belongings, assisting in patient assessment, and ensuring patient safety.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Salinas Valley Health
Salinas
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Administered respiratory treatments while ensuring adherence to therapy techniques to enhance patient recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, monitored vitals, and communicated critical changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Evaluated patient readiness for weaning off mechanical ventilation per hospital protocols.
- Assisted during Code Blue emergencies by performing CPR and using defibrillator equipment.
- Prepared and maintained respiratory therapy equipment for optimal patient use.
- Inspected and cleaned respiratory equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
- Conducted system checks and set up circuits to maintain equipment readiness.
- Ensured safe and timely transport of patients to and from treatment locations.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Stanford Medical Center
Palo Alto
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Administered medication and performed respiratory therapies to support patient recovery.
- Facilitated intake of intubated patients into ICU and initiated mechanical ventilation.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, including ventilator and inhaled nitric oxide checks.
- Assisted in patient transport with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing collaborative care.
- Performed system checks and set up circuits on machines for optimal functionality.
- Documented patient care accurately according to departmental and hospital protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Hartnell Community College
Salinas, CA05-2026
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Patient safety protocols
- Patient care support
- Therapy equipment setup
- Patient relationship building
Certification
- Respiratory Care Practitioner
- NRP
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Student
Salinas Valley Health
02.2026 - 05.2026
Respiratory Therapy Student
Stanford Medical Center
08.2025 - 11.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Windsor The Ridge Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Hartnell Community College