Amber Fregoso
San Diego
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated new graduate Registered Nurse with a strong academic foundation and hands-on clinical training across diverse patient populations. Demonstrates excellent clinical judgment, patient-centered care, and effective communication skills. Committed to promoting patient safety, advocating for optimal outcomes, and collaborating within interdisciplinary teams. Known for being dependable, detail-oriented, and adaptable in fast-paced healthcare environments. Eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization while continuing to grow professionally and deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Scripps Mercy Hospital
San Diego, CA
06.2025 - 04.2026
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining optimal patient comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to ensure timely interventions and accurate reporting.
- Supported daily living activities, fostering independence and enhancing patient quality of life.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement care plans effectively and efficiently.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Monitor Patients that are experiencing suicidal ideations.
- Perform as the role of a constant observer and sitter for patients needing one to one care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stanford Court Skilled Nursing and Rehab Facility
Santee, CA
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients through regular sanitation practices.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, enhancing overall satisfaction and comfort within the facility.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA12-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA05-2026
Associate of Science - Science And Quantitative Reasoning
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA06-2023
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Vital signs documentation
- Written and verbal communication
- Emotional support
- Basic life support
- Documentation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Patient monitoring
- Feeding assistance
- Safety protocols
- Seizure precautions
- Specimen collection
- Organizational skills
- Compassionate care
- Verbal and written communication
- Nursing assistance
- ADL support
- Mobility assistance
- Task prioritization
- Patient assessments
- Infection control standards
- Medication administration
- Clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- IV setup
- Catheter care
- Basic nursing care
- IV removal
- Quality of care standards
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate and caring
- Attention to detail
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Scripps Mercy Hospital
06.2025 - 04.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stanford Court Skilled Nursing and Rehab Facility
05.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Point Loma Nazarene University
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Diego City College
Associate of Science - Science And Quantitative Reasoning
Grossmont College
Clinical Rotations
Medical Surgical 1- Location: Scripps Mercy San Diego 6th Floor
Duration: 8 weeks Total 136 hours
Medical Surgical 2- Location: Kaiser Permanente Medical Center San Marcos Telemetry and 5EW
Duration: 8 weeks Total 136 hours
Maternal & Child Health- Location: Kaiser Permanent Medical Center San Diego 3E Ante/Post Partum and Rady Children's Hospital 3E Surgical, HemOnc, and NICU
Duration: 8 weeks Total 120 hours
Medical Surgical 3- Location: UCSD Health Thornton 2 East - PCU,SCVC 3 - PCU,SCVC ICU,SCVC ED - Emergency,SCVC PACU,SCVC OR,SCVC Cath Lab,SCVC PTU - Procedure
Duration: 8 weeks Total 136 hours
Mental Health and Gerontological Nursing- Location: Scripps Mercy San Diego Behavioral Health Unit
Duration: 8 weeks Total 120 hours
Medical Surgical 4- Location: UCSD Health Hillcrest 11 East - Tele PCU,11 West - PCU,8th floor - M/S,10 East - PCU,OR - Operating Room,PACU - PreOP/PostOp, GI Endoscopy
Duration: 8 weeks Total 120 hours
Leadership Location: San DIego CIty College
Duration: 8 weeks Total 120 hours