Tiffany Ortiz
Westminster
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. I’m confident in the care that I provide and take great pride and working with the elderly sick and challenged . I look forward to being a part of a great team.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation/ Cont
Windsor
05.2025 - Current
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Providing Peri and catheter care.
- Reporting in documenting fluids input an output.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Neurorestoritive of Littleton/ Contractor
Littleton
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs, Showers, feeding, 2 hour repositioning, and dressing.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs for patient health assessments.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team regarding patient conditions.
- Turned and repositioned residents to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Providing catheter and colonoscopy care.
- Proper transferring to and from wheel chair, bed and shower chair.
- Assisting Nurse with Trach and ventilation system.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident well-being.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Served meals to patients and assisted with feeding when needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Boulder Post Acute/ Contractor
Boulder
02.2025 - Current
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Followed established safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Acknowledging, diffusing and redirecting patients with and without mental behaviors.
- Assisting in Providing a safe and comforting environment for both staff and residence.
- Monitor and observing changes in behaviors and health condition. Then reporting to Charge Nurse.
- Proper use of PPE and hygiene
- Proper use of medical equipment.
- HIPAA and OSHA compliant.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Winding Trails
Boulder
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients, showers, grooming and dressing.
- Monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Proper use of medical equipment for transfers. Hoyer, Sara steady, and sit to stands.
- Assisted in filling in front reception position, greeting and Maintaining front office duties, including answering and directing calls, assisting in directing family and staff to the appropriate destination, while keeping and managing a clean and safe workspace.
- Monitoring and securing entrance door.
Staffing Coordinator/CNA
Westwood Health and Rehabilitation
Denver
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Coordinated staffing schedules to ensure optimal coverage across multiple departments.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, including documentation and orientation sessions.
- Collaborated with department managers to understand staffing needs and requirements.
- Monitored employee attendance and addressed any scheduling conflicts promptly.
- Coordinated and planned work shift schedules according to availability.
- Assisted in new hire process by calling and scheduling appointments with candidates, filling out required paperwork and preparing manuals.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and define qualifications required for roles.
- Kept labor costs and metrics within preset departmental budgets.
- Conducted interviews to evaluate potential candidates for various positions.
- Collaborated with recruiting agencies to identify qualified candidates.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date employee records, including contact information and job classifications.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of staffing strategies to attract quality candidates.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westwood Health and Rehabilitation
Denver
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing. Peri and colonoscopy care.
- Proper use and refilling of portable and room oxygen tanks.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms, dinning area and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Recognizing and reporting change of condition in patient’s mental and physical health.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Documenting and charting using a PCC point click care system.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Contractor
The Heights
Denver
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisting in bed, wheelchair and bathroom transfers.
- Repositioning and adjusting patients to assure comfort.
- Acknowledging and caring for the needs of residents.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Home Hospice Aide/ CNA
Optimal Hospice
Highlands Ranch
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients in home hospice settings.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Offered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Assisted patient with mobility needs such as transferring from bed to wheelchair or chair to toilet.
- Monitored patients' mental status and reported changes to supervising clinician.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families by listening compassionately and responding appropriately to their concerns.
- Responded promptly and effectively to emergency situations involving patients or family members.
- Provided personal care to the patient in accordance with the plan of care, including bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs per agency protocol.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Measured vital signs, recorded data gathered and provided treatment assistance to nurses.
- Assisted residents with daily needs, personal hygiene, dressing, and facility transfers.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient environments to ensure comfort.
- Perform end of life care.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Contractor
Holly Heights Nursing Center
Denver
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Followed established safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Document and monitor patient input and output.
- Clean and wash wheel chairs
- Stock and refill portable O2 tanks.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Contractor
St. Paul Medical Center
Denver
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Checking and monitoring vitals.
- Assisting in ADLs including, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Contractor
Sterling Health and Rehabilitation
Sterling
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Properly using and removing PPE
- Observing reporting and documenting changes and conditions to charge nurse.
- Assisted in mobility exercises and physical therapy.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Served meals and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Turned and repositioned residents using a 2 hour routine to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Vacation Period
N/A
Highlands Ranch
03.2021 - 04.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hilltop Nursing And Rehabilitation
Kerrville
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Documenting ADLs and reporting change of behavior to charge nurse.
- Using proper hand hygiene and PPE.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs, shower, shaves, peri care, and catheter care.
- Changing and emptying colonoscopy bags.
- Properly Assisting in transfers with gate belt and medical equipment.
- Assisting and maintaining finger and toe nail care for non-diabetic patients.
- Proper hand hygiene.
- Proper use and disposal or PPE.
Qualified Mental Health Specialist
Sunrise Canyon Hospital
Lubbock
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment approaches as necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and treatment outcomes.
- Established a safe therapeutic environment by actively listening and responding nonjudgmentally to clients' concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate client care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for clients.
- Monitored and recorded client progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Promoted independence by assisting and supervising clients while completing daily living activities.
- Assist client with daily cares.
- Maintain and document changes in clients behavior.
- Monitored and educated clients on medication usage, symptoms and side effects.
- Engaged patients in therapeutic activities to promote social skills and community integration.
- Monitor patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
- Maintain a rotation of 15 minute wellbeing checks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kings Manor methodist retirement
Hereford
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs for patient health assessments.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team regarding patient conditions.
- Supported residents during therapy sessions to enhance recovery efforts.
- Followed established safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Proper use of medical equipment when transferring.
- Assisting patient with good hand, hygiene and daily ADLs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Focused senior care center
Lamesa
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisting in daily hygiene and activities.
- Assist with transfers. Bed wheelchair and shower chairs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, feeding, and repositioning.
- Proper documenting and charting with a PCC point care system.
- Peri and catheter care.
- Monitor and reporting all food and liquid intake.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stone Oak Care Center
San Antonio
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Turned and repositioned residents to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisting in transfers and proper use of medical equipment.
- Proper hand hygiene
- Clean wheel chairs and refill portable O2 tanks.
- Stock and proper dispose of garbage and dirty linens.
- Properly handled and disposed of bio hazards.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkview nursing and rehabilitation
Big Spring
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in resident living areas and common spaces.
- Participated in staff training sessions to improve caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Assisted with positioning patients for comfort, safety and proper body alignment.
- Provided personal care assistance such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Observed skin integrity and reported any abnormal findings to the nurse promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments and other documentation related to patient care services provided.
- Helped residents with activities of daily living including ambulation and transfers.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis, according to protocol.
- Assisted with feeding techniques that promote independence in eating skills.
- Performed range of motion exercises and monitored patient's response to treatments.
- Followed safety protocols for handling hazardous materials.
- Assisting in transfers and range of motion.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Angels Care Home Health
Midland
04.2011 - 08.2014
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored patients' health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' well-being.
- Assisted with mobility and transfers using appropriate safety techniques.
- Provided personal care services, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming patients in their homes.
- Observed changes in skin color, temperature or condition of wounds to report any changes to supervisor or physician.
- Reported any unusual incidents or changes in client behavior immediately to supervisor or nurse practitioner.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, including laundry, changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Provided emotional support to families during periods of stress associated with illness or death of a family member.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature and blood pressure of patients when necessary.
- Assisted with ambulation and mobility around the home or outside for medical appointments.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing by obtaining urine samples and stool specimens from patients.
- Measured food intake amounts at each mealtime to ensure proper nutrition levels were met.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
Education
Certified Nurses Aide - Certified Nurses Aide
Howard College
Big Spring, TX 01.2011 - 03.2011
Masters ISD
Abilene, TXSkills
- Hard-working, dedicated, reliable
- CPR certified
- Problem solver
- Work well with others
- Physically fit, and able to lift
- Documenting and charting
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control practices
- Time management
- HIPAA compliance
- Bedside manner
- Trustworthy companion
- Compassionate
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- High School Diploma
- Certified Nurse Aide
- CPR/ BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation/ Cont
05.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Neurorestoritive of Littleton/ Contractor
03.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Boulder Post Acute/ Contractor
02.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Winding Trails
03.2024 - 05.2025
Staffing Coordinator/CNA
Westwood Health and Rehabilitation
08.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westwood Health and Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Contractor
The Heights
11.2022 - 02.2024
Certified Home Hospice Aide/ CNA
Optimal Hospice
03.2022 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Contractor
Holly Heights Nursing Center
03.2022 - 11.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Contractor
St. Paul Medical Center
04.2021 - 05.2022
Vacation Period
N/A
03.2021 - 04.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Contractor
Sterling Health and Rehabilitation
01.2021 - 03.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hilltop Nursing And Rehabilitation
02.2020 - 01.2021
Qualified Mental Health Specialist
Sunrise Canyon Hospital
02.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kings Manor methodist retirement
12.2018 - 06.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Focused senior care center
01.2017 - 12.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stone Oak Care Center
08.2016 - 12.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkview nursing and rehabilitation
07.2014 - 08.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Angels Care Home Health
04.2011 - 08.2014
Certified Nurses Aide - Certified Nurses Aide
Howard College
01.2011 - 03.2011
Masters ISD