Nursing Assistant Certified

Jose Lopez

*** ***** ****** **. ******* Ca A, ***05 831-***-**** adzuyy@r.postjobfree.com

SKILLS

Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Patient and Family Relations Write and Speak Spanish Fluently Patient Focused Care Privacy and Confidentiality Patient advocacy and Support PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Tequila Cazadores & Tequila Centinela, México - Chef 2001-2008

● Prepared food with specific required diet needs (low sodium, diabetic) and used adequate hand wash and food preparation hygiene.

El Kora Restaurant & Bankers Casino, Salinas - Chef 2008-2020 Private Home Care, Salinas - Caregiver 2010-2013

● Cared for two elderly male patients,regularly performed all ADL and collected specimens and assisted with use of bedpan and bathroom

● Daily monitored glucose levels and prepared foods for heart and diabetic healthy eating, fed patients who could not feed themselves

● Repositioned patients to prevent pressure ulcers, and changed diapers at a timely manner to prevent rashes, made sure patients felt comfortable in position

● Massaged legs and feet and engaged patients in activities to promote movement and range of motion

Private Home Care, Salinas - Caregiver 2021-2023

● Cared for two elderly female patients in the household and performed all ADL and peri-care services

● Daily documented and monitored vital signs and glucose levels. Prepared food with low sodium and carbohydrates

● Performed whole body massage on patients and foot reflexology, and modified passive range of motion for knee, ankle and shoulders.

● Transported and escorted patients in wheelchairs to move to other areas. Assisted patient with transferring from chair to massage table and bed using transfer belt Smoot Family Chiropractic, Salinas - Private Massage Therapy 2019-PRESENT

● Provide “natural massage therapy” to 6+ patients daily which promoted sleep, circulation and stress relief

● Engage in hygienic practices by disinfecting materials changing and washing covers after each use

● Provide Reiki Therapy

Splash Car Wash 2021 - 2023

● Detailing inside and outside of cars in car wash. VOLUNTEER

Divina Providencia, México - Volunteered in Asylum 2004-2006

● Cared for 8+ elderly patients at a time;changed bedpan,bathed,groomed and made sure they were clean, dry, and with clean dippers

● Massaged legs and feet and danced to promote circulation and motion

● Provided emotional support and accompany

Casa Hogar del Portal de Belén, México - Volunteered in Orphanage 2006-2008

● Cared for 8+ children under 4-18 yrs old with different needs ( autism,quadriplegic and down syndrome)

● Performed ADL and prepared food and fed children who could not feed themselves.

● Read and perform art activities to motivate them and develop motor skills Nobody Passes Away Alone, Salinas - Volunteer 2013-2015

● Provided one on one spiritual and emotional support with people in hospice

● Became an avid compassionate listener and supportive person for patients EDUCATION

Salinas Adult School - GED November 2009

Foot Reflexology, Hollister CA - Foot Reflexology Certification August 2018 Massage Therapy, Cucamonga, CA - Wellness Institute September 2019 Reiki Master, Morgan Hill,CA - Fundacion Humanidad October 2021 Niles College, Burlingame,CA - Nursing Assistant Training Program June 2023 CERTIFICATIONS

Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) -American Heart Association May 2023 Certified Nursing Assistant License -California Department of Public Health June 2023 Jose Lopez

571 Saint George Dr. Salinas Ca A, 93905 831-***-**** adzuyy@r.postjobfree.com

[09/10/2023]

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I’m writing to express my interest in applying for the Nursing Assistant position at Natividad Medical Center. I’m a hardworking, compassionate recently certified nursing assistant. I’m committed to providing high-level care to all patients. I have 7+ years of experience in caregiving for multiple elderly patients at a time and assisting with activities of daily living such as providing modified bed baths, grooming, feeding and preparing dietary foods,monitoring,collecting specimen, assisting using transfer belts,completing house work to maintain a clean and sanitary dignified living space and consistent family communication while maintaining professional relationships. Combining my health care education and certifications make me an ideal candidate for this position. During my nursing assistant program at Niles College I completed a CNA

& HHAide training program. I was able to establish rapport with patients and families and develop basic nursing skills such as monitoring and recording vital signs. I’m passionate about providing quality care for patients and I’m willing to learn and develop new skills if given the opportunity.

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