Anna A.

San Leandro, California, United States

About

Hello, my name is Anna. I’m a graduate from the University of San Francisco with a bachelors degree in nursing. I have a strong foundation in patient care with over five years of hands-on experience as a nursing assistant. Throughout my time in healthcare, I’ve developed a deep passion for providing compassionate, high-quality care and supporting patients and their families during some of life’s most vulnerable moments. My background has given me a solid understanding of clinical environments, teamwork, and the importance of holistic care. Now, as I transition into my role as a nurse, I’m eager to grow, continue learning, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those I serve. I am currently looking for any opportunities as a new nurse. I appreciate you taking the time in visiting my profile, thank you.

Experience

  • Registered Nurse at Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.
    Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

  • UCSF Health (4 yrs 5 mos)
    • Patient Care Assistant
      Feb 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 5 mos

      Cardiovascular Thoracic Transplant Unit • Successfully deliver high quality care to 13+ cardiac and transplant patients per shift contributing to reduced complications and improved outcomes and patient satisfactory skills. Received employee of the month recognition. • Lead and mentor new PCAs reducing employee turnover. • Participate in the hiring team panel for PCAs and RNs strengthening team performance and cohesion. • Provide aid to patients with ADLs, ambulation, and safe transfers, significantly reducing fall risk and promoting patient independence and confidence, resulting in less falls in the fiscal year. • Establish relationships and engage with patients and families to provide compassionate support, improve satisfaction and understanding of care plans, and enhance patient dignity and family trust. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams - including nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff – to support clinical excellence, streamline care coordination, and contribute to effective treatment strategies. • Successfully maintain strict adherence to infection control protocols and supporting a safe care environment contributing to reduced CAUTI and CLABSI rates in the fiscal year. • Able to quickly understand new concepts and integrate into daily routine. • Assist with restraint of patients in the event of assaultive behavior. • Demonstrates knowledge of crisis management and intervention via Crisis Prevention Intervention training.

    • Nursing Student
      Sep 2024 - Oct 2024 · 2 mos

      Capstone in Surgical TCU • Delivered personalized care plans under RN supervision, improving patient comfort and recovery. • Monitored and recorded vital signs, ensuring timely escalation of critical changes and enhancing patient safety. • Delivered comprehensive care, including IV therapy, central line management, vaccinations, ostomy care management, foley catheter management, tube feedings, wound care, and patient education, which promoted successful discharges. • Utilized Epic EHR to document care accurately, supporting continuity and quality of care. • Advocated for patients’ concerns about care quality, prompting the team to adjust the plan and improve their experience. • Assisted in the welcoming, admissions, and discharge process. Completed nursing assessments. • Organized, prioritized, and delegated work on assigned shifts. • Administered medication and treatments to patients. • Received and presented change of shift report. • Adhered to medication management policies and procedures. • Notified the prescriber and charge nurse of any changes in condition. • Developed and implemented nursing care plans. Performed timely and accurate documentation.

    • Nursing Student
      Aug 2023 - Nov 2023 · 4 mos

      Med-Surg clinical experience Neuro clinical experience Cardiovascular thoracic TCU clinical experience Oncology clinical experience

  • Nursing Student at Kaiser Permanente
    Mar 2024 - May 2024 · 3 mos

    OB/L&D/Maternal health clinical experience

  • Nursing Student at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals
    Feb 2024 - Mar 2024 · 2 mos

    Pediatrics MedSurg & NICU rotation

  • Nursing Student at NATIONAL PSYCHIATRIC CARE AND REHABILITATION SERVICES
    Feb 2023 - Apr 2023 · 3 mos

    Mental Health & community health clinical experience