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Guadalupe Cruz

Platte City

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented CNA with experience at Salina Regional Health Care, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective communication. A reliable team player, adept at multitasking and maintaining a safe, clean environment for optimal patient comfort.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Salina Regional Health Care
10.2021 - 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.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Food Service Worker

Salina Regional Health Care
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Operated cash register accurately, managing transactions efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Demonstrated versatility by quickly adapting to various roles within the food service environment as needed.
  • Delivered exceptional service by promptly addressing customer concerns and special requests.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
  • Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.

Busser

Mariano’s
02.2019 - 08.2019
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.

Education

Surgical Technology - Surgical Technician

Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KS

Salina Central High School
Salina, KS
05.2021

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Attention to detail
  • Basic life support
  • Emergency response
  • Clinical documentation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Toileting assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Direct patient care
  • Works Well Under Pressure

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Elementary
English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

BLS, is renewed every 3 months.

Timeline

CNA

Salina Regional Health Care
10.2021 - Current

Food Service Worker

Salina Regional Health Care
10.2019 - 06.2021

Busser

Mariano’s
02.2019 - 08.2019

Surgical Technology - Surgical Technician

Washburn University of Topeka

Salina Central High School

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