Destinie Jimenez RN
West Covina
Summary
New Graduate Registered Nurse leveraging over a decade of hands-on care in acute environments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective assessment, monitoring, and crisis intervention, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to uphold the highest standards of safety and compassion.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aya Healthcare
Los Angeles
01.2022 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care in acute care hospital environments, enhancing patient comfort and well-being
- Monitored and documented vital signs, promptly reporting abnormalities to ensure timely medical intervention
- Assisted with mobility, transfers, and fall prevention interventions to promote patient safety and independence
Certified Nursing Assistant
LA Huntington Healthcare
Los Angeles
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Supported residents with activities of daily living to promote independence and quality of life in a skilled nursing facility
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA and patient confidentiality
- Facilitated personal hygiene and comfort for patients, enhancing their well-being in a skilled nursing facility
Certified Nursing Assistant
Blue Eagle Registry
Los Angeles
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Supported nursing staff during staffing shortages by stepping into high-need care areas as needed
- Quickly integrated into different facility routines, workflows, and patient populations
- Assigned to various short-term placements, providing adaptable CNA support across multiple care environments
Education
Registered Nurse Program -
Smith Chason School of Nursing
Los Angeles06-2024
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Provide patient care across multiple units, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to quickly adapt to varying clinical environments
- Electronic Medical Records Epic,Meditech
- Reporting and documentation
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), California, 95450426, 07/2027
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification
- SAMA (Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression) / Violence Prevention Training
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Nursing Clinical Experience
Smith Chason School of Nursing -Los Angeles 2022-2024
Medical-Surgical Nursing Clinical Rotation | Los Angeles Community Hospital
- Delivered direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses in a medical-surgical unit.
- Completed focused patient assessments, monitored daily condition changes, and assisted with care needs.
- Supported implementation of individualized care plans for patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Documented patient care activities in the electronic health record.
Telemetry Nursing Clinical Rotation | LA Downtown Medical Center
- Supported care of patients on a telemetry unit through cardiac monitoring and ongoing observation.
- Reported changes in patient status promptly to clinical instructors and nursing staff.
- Assisted with safety precautions and continuous monitoring protocols.
- Developed foundational experience in rhythm interpretation and cardiac care workflows.
Psychiatric Nursing Clinical Rotation | Meadowbrook Behavioral Health Center
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to support patients in a behavioral health setting.
- Observed and assisted with de-escalation strategies during behavioral health crises.
- Helped maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic unit environment.
- Strengthened skills in mental health assessment and patient interaction.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aya Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
LA Huntington Healthcare
05.2018 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Blue Eagle Registry
04.2017 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse Program -
Smith Chason School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School