Sandra Nava
San Diego
Summary
Talented and accomplished. Seeking permanent employment with a stable company where my talents will be recognized, and there will be growth opportunities. Compassionate healthcare professional focused on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rna/cna
Coastal Injury Care Center
La Mesa
10.2023 - Current
- Working in home settings facility.
- Conducted restorative nursing care for a household of six patients.
- Enhanced clients' physical mobility via range of motion exercises.
- Assisted non-ambulatory patients using a Hoyer lift.
Private Home Health
Carelinx
San Diego
01.2021 - Current
- Facilitated activities of daily living.
- Administer medication to patients.
- Conducted thorough behavior assessments for enhanced monitoring.
- Facilitated patient transport for medical appointments.
- Maintained cleanliness of workspaces.
- Supported individuals with incontinence needs.
- Organized ingredients and planned meals.
- Assisted residents with bathing.
- Provided support for mobility challenges.
- Executed daily tasks meticulously and promptly.
Wound Care Assistant/ RNA
The Pavilion Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
San Diego
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Promoted from Registered Nurse Assistant to Wound Tech Assistant.
- Supplied necessary materials to nurse on request.
- Prepared patients for procedures ensuring smooth transitions for wound care nurses.
- Stocked necessary supplies for various wound procedures.
- Product recognition is key in this job
Instructional Health Care Assistant
SWEETWATER UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Chula Vista
01.2016 - 12.2021
- Assisted special education adults aged 18-21 within the transition program.
- Supervised and guided students in achieving educational objectives.
- Maintained regular implementation of hygiene practices and ADLs.
- Weekly on-the-job training and community outings held twice a week.
- Documented behavior and education plans.
Customer Care Partner/CNA/PCA
UCSD Jacobs Medical Center
San Diego
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Created and maintained accurate charts for patients.
- Demonstrated proficiency in taking vital signs such as blood pressure, O2 saturation, respirations, and temperature.
- Transported patients pre- and post-surgery daily.
- Conducted calls to notify patients of their surgery times.
- Assisted tech staff in positioning patients on and off the surgery table using sliding boards.
- Organized, arranged, and replenished merchandise to maintain optimal display.
Education
Associate's degree - Drug & Alcohol Counselor
San Diego Medical College
San Diego, CA08.2020
CHULA VISTA ADULT SCHOOL -
Mueller College
San Diego, CA06.2012
Skills
- Behavior management
- Nursing
- Epic
- ADLs
- Dementia care
- Childcare
- Developmental disabilities experience
- Interpretation
- Medical terminology
- Special education
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Medical records
- Bilingual
- Hospice care
- Tutoring
- Vital signs
- Food preparation
- Applied behavior analysis
- Meal preparation
- Organizational skills
- Alzheimer's Care
- Autism experience
- Experience with children
- Special needs
- RNA
- Hospital experience
- Home care
- Medication administration
Certification
- Certified Home Health Aide
- CNA
- First Aid Certification
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- Real Estate License
- CPI Certification
- CPR Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- AED Certification
Willing To Relocate
- Los Angeles, CA
- La Jolla, CA
- San Diego, CA
Timeline
Rna/cna
Coastal Injury Care Center
10.2023 - Current
Wound Care Assistant/ RNA
The Pavilion Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
08.2022 - 08.2023
Private Home Health
Carelinx
01.2021 - Current
Customer Care Partner/CNA/PCA
UCSD Jacobs Medical Center
11.2020 - 02.2021
Instructional Health Care Assistant
SWEETWATER UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2016 - 12.2021
Associate's degree - Drug & Alcohol Counselor
San Diego Medical College
CHULA VISTA ADULT SCHOOL -
Mueller College
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