Leslie Barron Matias
Visalia
Summary
Recent nursing graduate with 5 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, providing direct patient care in fast-paced healthcare settings. Skilled in-patient support, vital signs, and teamwork, with a strong commitment to compassionate, high-quality care. Eager to transition into a licensed vocational nurse.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crew Member
McDonald’s
Grand Island, NE
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Operated kitchen equipment to prepare food items consistently and efficiently.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours, enhancing overall efficiency.
Certified Nursing Assistant
CV Staffing - Hearts and Hands Healthcare
Santa Cruz, CA
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and maintaining comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff for timely interventions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Driftwood HealthCare
Santa Cruz, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding. Monitored and recorded vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and oxygen saturation, reporting changes to nursing staff. Assisted patients with mobility, transfers, and repositioning to ensure comfort and prevent pressure injuries. Maintained a clean and safe patient environment, following infection control and safety protocols. Supported nurses and healthcare teams in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Observed and reported changes in patients’ physical and emotional conditions. Assisted with intake and output monitoring and documentation. Built positive relationships with patients and families through compassionate and respectful care. Responded promptly to call lights and patient needs in fast-paced settings. Documented care accurately in electronic health records (EHR).
Education
Licensed Vocational Nursing -
Unitek College
San Jose, CA06.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant -
El Diamanté Highschool
Visalia, CASkills
- Therapeutic communication
- Patient
- Sympathetic
- Compassion
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Vital signs monitoring (blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature, O2 saturation)
- Activities of daily living (ADLs): bathing, feeding, toileting, grooming
- Patient mobility and safe transfers (gait belts, repositioning, fall prevention)
- Infection control and proper use of PPE
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Care planning and patient-centered care
- Dementia/Alzheimer’s care
- Post-acute or long-term care experience
- Communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams
- Compassionate and culturally sensitive care
- Team collaboration with nurses, physicians, and staff
Time management and prioritization in fast-paced settings
Certification
ACLS certification
IVBW certification
BLS certification
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Driftwood HealthCare
01.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
CV Staffing - Hearts and Hands Healthcare
02.2022 - 10.2023
Crew Member
McDonald’s
10.2018 - 02.2022
Licensed Vocational Nursing -
Unitek College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
El Diamanté Highschool