Joe Cardenas
San Diego
Summary
Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant with a strong focus on patient care and documentation accuracy. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to implement individualized care plans and enhance resident engagement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Balboa Nursing & Rehab Center
San Diego
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident areas following infection control protocols.
- Supported residents in social activities to promote engagement and well-being.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans effectively.
- Educated residents and families on care procedures and health management strategies.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Ride Share Driver
Uber
San Francisco
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided reliable transportation for passengers in a timely manner.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and ensured safety standards were met.
- Communicated effectively with passengers to enhance their experience.
- Navigated efficiently using GPS and mapping applications for optimal routes.
- Adapted to changing traffic conditions to minimize delays for riders.
- Collected feedback from passengers to improve service quality continuously.
- Coordinated with Uber's support team for issue resolution and assistance.
- Provided friendly customer service during trips, including offering assistance with luggage loading and unloading and answering questions about local attractions.
Plumber's Assistant
A Royal flush Plumbing
Santa Clarita
11.2012 - 12.2018
- Assisted lead plumber in installing residential plumbing systems and fixtures.
- Supported maintenance and repair of plumbing systems in commercial properties.
- Operated tools such as pipe wrenches, drain snakes, and pressure gauges.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot plumbing issues effectively.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all plumbing tasks.
- Prepared job sites by organizing tools and materials for efficient workflow.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential plumbing problems early.
- Documented service reports detailing repairs and maintenance performed on-site.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
- Maintained neat and well-organized worksites by removing debris and sharp objects and cleaning up after shift.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
Correctional Officer
The Geo Group
Adelanto
10.1997 - 04.1999
- Monitored inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility rules.
- Conducted regular inspections of living areas for safety and security hazards.
- Managed conflict resolution between inmates to maintain a safe environment.
- Prepared reports on incidents and inmate behavior for management review.
- Collaborated with staff to implement security protocols and emergency procedures.
- Trained new officers on policies, procedures, and safety measures.
- Engaged in community outreach programs to promote rehabilitation efforts among inmates.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Assisted in training and handling K9 units for various tasks.
- Conducted routine patrols to ensure community safety and security.
- Managed K9 unit care, including health checks and training schedules.
- Responded to emergency calls requiring K9 assistance promptly.
- Assisted in the selection process for new K9 partners by evaluating candidates' abilities and temperament.
- Monitored radio frequencies for calls involving suspected criminal activity that may require deployment of a K9 unit.
- Assessed risk levels associated with various scenarios before deploying a K9 partner into action.
- Maintained detailed records of all activities related to the K9 unit, such as training exercises and deployments.
- Provided supervision and training for K9 partners to ensure proper care, handling, and performance of duties.
- Coordinated with veterinary staff regarding health care needs of assigned canines, including vaccinations and medical treatments.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA05-1999
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Infection control protocols
- Care plan implementation
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Documentation accuracy
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Balboa Nursing & Rehab Center
02.2022 - Current
Ride Share Driver
Uber
01.2019 - 03.2020
Plumber's Assistant
A Royal flush Plumbing
11.2012 - 12.2018
Correctional Officer
The Geo Group
10.1997 - 04.1999
Associate of Arts -
Victor Valley College