Cristian Morales
Anaheim
Summary
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
7
7
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNA
UCI Medical Center
Los Alamitos
01.2025 - Current
- Float pool
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and patient monitoring.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
CNA
Kindred Hospital
Westminster
06.2023 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to residents in daily living activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and patient monitoring.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
CNA
Walnut Village Rehabilitation Center
Anaheim
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided compassionate care to residents in daily living activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and patient monitoring
- Documented patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Caregiver
New Horizons
Stanton
05.2018 - 01.2023
- Assisted clients with daily activities and personal care tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for residents.
- Documented client progress and reported changes to supervisors.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Medical Assistant
Dr Ruben Chin family practice
Anaheim
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups efficiently.
- Supported front desk operations, including answering phones and greeting patients.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
Nurses Development Center
Cypress, CA 11.2022 - 02.2023
Phlebotomist 1 - Phlebotomy
Us Collage
Anaheim, CA 07.2019 - 09.2019
UEI College
AnaheimCMA - Medical assistance
UEI College
Anaheim 10.2018 - 04.2019
Skills
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient monitoring
- EMR documentation
- Mobility assistance
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Lifting and transferring
- Emergency response
- Vital signs monitoring
- Problem-solving
- Flexibility and adaptability
Timeline
CNA
UCI Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
CNA
Kindred Hospital
06.2023 - Current
CNA
Walnut Village Rehabilitation Center
01.2023 - 09.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
Nurses Development Center
11.2022 - 02.2023
Phlebotomist 1 - Phlebotomy
Us Collage
07.2019 - 09.2019
Medical Assistant
Dr Ruben Chin family practice
06.2019 - 07.2021
CMA - Medical assistance
UEI College
10.2018 - 04.2019
Caregiver
New Horizons
05.2018 - 01.2023
UEI College