Tanya Garcia
San Diego
Summary
With over 10 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), I have developed a strong foundation in patient care, assisting individuals with daily living activities, and providing compassionate support. My expertise includes monitoring vital signs, maintaining patient comfort, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal care. I have worked in various settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and home health care, adapting to diverse patient needs and conditions. My dedication to enhancing the quality of life for patients, along with my excellent communication skills, has enabled me to build trusting relationships with both patients and their families. I am committed to continuous learning and staying current with best practices in patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Select Specialty Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Travel CNA
Carelinx
03.2019 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening skills and effective communication techniques that eased anxiety during transitions between facilities.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and private homes.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
CNA
St. Paul’s
05.2016 - 01.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
CNA
Mission Hills Health Care- “Hillcrest Health Care”
03.2009 - 04.2012
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Nursing
Marsha Fuerts
San Diego, CAMedical Assistant
Health Occupational Center
Santee, CA05.2018
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Medical assistant
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
CNA
Select Specialty Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Travel CNA
Carelinx
03.2019 - Current
CNA
St. Paul’s
05.2016 - 01.2019
CNA
Mission Hills Health Care- “Hillcrest Health Care”
03.2009 - 04.2012
Nursing
Marsha Fuerts
Medical Assistant
Health Occupational Center
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